Nutritional Science
Gainesville, Florida, United States
The Nutritional Sciences Ph.D. program at the University of Florida addresses the growing public interest in nutrition, driven by advances in understanding the links between diet, health, and genetics. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research, integrating fields such as biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, immunology, physiology, clinical nutrition, microbiology, and biostatistics, with faculty from CALS, COM, CLAS, and CVM guiding doctoral research. Applicants should possess a strong background in biological sciences and chemistry, with deficiencies addressed during the first year of study.
- Gainesville, Florida, United States
- 5 years
- On Campus
- ₹26,74,995/Year
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Program Overview
The Nutritional Sciences Ph.D. program at the University of Florida addresses the growing public interest in nutrition, driven by advances in understanding the links between diet, health, and genetics. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research, integrating fields such as biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, immunology, physiology, clinical nutrition, microbiology, and biostatistics, with faculty from CALS, COM, CLAS, and CVM guiding doctoral research. Applicants should possess a strong background in biological sciences and chemistry, with deficiencies addressed during the first year of study.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
TOEFL®
80.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-08-01
Apply before 2026-01-01
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2025-09-01
Program Start
Jan 2026
Programme Structure
Courses include: Advanced Metabolism Nutritional Sciences Seminar Statistical Methods in Research Nutritional Aspects of Lipid Metabolism Nutritional Aspects of Carbohydrates
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.0
English Language Requirements
TOEFL®
80.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor's, master's, or professional degree from an accredited institution, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B average) for those with only a bachelor's degree. International applicants should ensure their degree is comparable to U.S. standards. GRE or GMAT scores may be required; applicants should consult the specific academic unit for detailed standardized test requirements. Deficiencies in foundational coursework can be remedied during the initial year of graduate study.
Course Fees
₹26,74,995/Year
Annual Fee
5 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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