Knoxville,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Nutritional Sciences in Knoxville United States | University of Tennessee, Knoxville
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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Knoxville United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,108
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Nutrition involves the methodical examination of dietary science, spanning from cellular processes to implementing nutritional policies. Pursuing graduate studies in nutrition enables students to gain specialized knowledge in nutritional science while offering elective options to enhance expertise in nutrition and allied disciplines. Advanced coursework often covers research methods, statistics or biostatistics, biochemistry, and physiology. This graduate program equips students for careers as educators, healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers serving the public. A solid foundation in chemistry, biology, and related sciences is essential for nutrition professionals. Nutrition degree programs prepare graduates for academic and research roles in universities, government institutions, and private industries. Many graduates also work as nutrition specialists and advisors for public health organizations, government agencies, community programs, healthcare systems, nonprofits, and corporate entities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A complete file for review includes:
Graduate Application for Admission.
Completed departmental application form.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores for the general section - GRE scores are encouraged, especially for PhD students, but are not required. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to the Director of their program of interest with any questions. Contact information can be found on the Department of Nutrition page of this catalog.
Three Graduate Rating Forms completed by individuals who can attest to the applicant's potential for graduate education.
For admission to a graduate program, an international student must have an equivalent 4-year bachelor's degree with at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale on all previous coursework or a 3.30 on a 4.00 scale on all previous graduate work. Grading systems other than the 4.00 scale are evaluated, upon receipt of transcripts, in accordance with standard practice. Programs may require a higher average GPA for admission. Applicants with work experience or who are entering graduate study after a number of years away from an educational institution, usually five years, will be given consideration with greater flexibility relative to GPA.
Minimum score requirements for admission to the Graduate School are:
a total score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT),
a total score of 550 or equivalent on the paper-based TOEFL (PBT), or
a 6.5 overall band score on the IELTS.
Graduate Application for Admission.
Completed departmental application form.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores for the general section - GRE scores are encouraged, especially for PhD students, but are not required. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to the Director of their program of interest with any questions. Contact information can be found on the Department of Nutrition page of this catalog.
Three Graduate Rating Forms completed by individuals who can attest to the applicant's potential for graduate education.
For admission to a graduate program, an international student must have an equivalent 4-year bachelor's degree with at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale on all previous coursework or a 3.30 on a 4.00 scale on all previous graduate work. Grading systems other than the 4.00 scale are evaluated, upon receipt of transcripts, in accordance with standard practice. Programs may require a higher average GPA for admission. Applicants with work experience or who are entering graduate study after a number of years away from an educational institution, usually five years, will be given consideration with greater flexibility relative to GPA.
Minimum score requirements for admission to the Graduate School are:
a total score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT),
a total score of 550 or equivalent on the paper-based TOEFL (PBT), or
a 6.5 overall band score on the IELTS.
Tuition
USD
32,108