West Lafayette,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Nutrition - Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition in West Lafayette United States | Purdue University
Purdue University
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West Lafayette United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Interdepartmental Nutrition Graduate Program (INP) offers cross-disciplinary education for those pursuing nutrition science research. With faculty from multiple departments contributing diverse specializations, the program provides extensive learning possibilities. Prospective participants must apply through Purdue West Lafayette's Nutrition Science graduate program. Accepted candidates work with an INP faculty advisor to obtain either an MS or PhD degree, exploring various methodologies to tackle critical nutritional challenges. The program focuses on investigating nutrient/phytochemical metabolic pathways and diet-health connections, employing cellular and animal models alongside fundamental disciplines like molecular biology, biochemistry, and physiology. These foundational studies pave the way for practical applications that enhance nutritional guidelines and therapeutic approaches.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are ordinarily expected to hold a bachelor's degree from a college or university of recognized standing prior to registration, and should have achieved a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or higher.
TOEFL iBT - 80 (Minimum Scores: Writing 18, Speaking 18, Listening 14 and Reading 19)
TOEFL PBT (overall score is no longer reported) - Reading 19, Listening 14 and Writing 18
IELTS - An overall band score of 6.5 is required for admission with the following minimum section requirements:
Reading 6.5, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0 and Writing 5.5
TOEFL iBT - 80 (Minimum Scores: Writing 18, Speaking 18, Listening 14 and Reading 19)
TOEFL PBT (overall score is no longer reported) - Reading 19, Listening 14 and Writing 18
IELTS - An overall band score of 6.5 is required for admission with the following minimum section requirements:
Reading 6.5, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0 and Writing 5.5
Tuition
USD
18,802