PhD in Nutrition in Eugene United States | Oregon State University

The Nutrition Ph.D. program equips you for a professional career in nutrition by blending academic coursework with hands-on research. Those focused on human nutrition should consider supplementing their studies with electives in epidemiology or exercise science. For students pursuing molecular nutrition, we recommend additional coursework in molecular and cell biology along with advanced biochemistry and biophysics classes.

Program objectives
After earning a Ph.D. in Nutrition, graduates will be able to:

Academic expertise
Develop and execute original research projects within nutrition science.
Communication skills
Articulate concepts clearly within their specialized area.
Analytical abilities
Apply critical analysis, creative thinking, and problem-solving techniques in their discipline.
Research ethics
Maintain ethical standards and responsible practices in research activities.
Career preparation
Exhibit professional growth aligned with industry expectations in their specialization.