Ithaca,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Food Science and Technology - Food Chemistry in Ithaca United States | Cornell University
Cornell University
|
Ithaca United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
20,800
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Food chemistry examines the analytical, biochemical, chemical, physical, nutritional, and toxicological properties of foods and their components. The field's research aims to uncover how molecular structures influence food functionality while enhancing nutritional value, safety, and sensory qualities. Aspiring food chemists need solid foundational knowledge in core sciences, with specialization options including organic chemistry, biochemistry, nutritional biochemistry, physical chemistry, toxicology, analytical chemistry, or chemical engineering. Potential research areas encompass studying molecular structure-function connections (rheology, emulsions, foams, gels), computational modeling of food compounds, processing impacts, nutritional enhancement through fortification and packaging, food safety studies, and analyzing flavor profiles in produce.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree from a college or university of recognized standing. For students with international credentials, an equivalent international degree is required.
Transcripts are required for every college or university you have attended.
In addition to transcripts, applicants with international credentials must also provide a certified copy of the diploma and/or degree certificate for any conferred degree.
Academic statement of purpose
Personal statement
Resume
Transcripts
Two-three letters of recommendation
Students are NOT required to hold a M.S. degree prior to applying for the Ph.D. program (you can apply directly to the Ph.D. with a bachelor's degree)
TOEFL iBT - 77 (Writing 20, Listening 15, Reading 20, Speaking 22)
IELTS - 7.0 or higher
Transcripts are required for every college or university you have attended.
In addition to transcripts, applicants with international credentials must also provide a certified copy of the diploma and/or degree certificate for any conferred degree.
Academic statement of purpose
Personal statement
Resume
Transcripts
Two-three letters of recommendation
Students are NOT required to hold a M.S. degree prior to applying for the Ph.D. program (you can apply directly to the Ph.D. with a bachelor's degree)
TOEFL iBT - 77 (Writing 20, Listening 15, Reading 20, Speaking 22)
IELTS - 7.0 or higher
Tuition
USD
20,800