Nutrition Science PhD

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Designed for students with previous master’s level education in nutrition, the PhD in Nutrition Science provides a combination of didactic learning and research experience. This program emphasizes foundational courses in biochemistry, physiology, and nutrition as well as a variety of opportunities for conducting high-quality research in both laboratory and clinical settings. Program faculty study a wide range of topics, using a combination of animal and human models to answer both applied and mechanistic questions. This program will prepare students to excel in research and to become leaders in academia, industry and government.

Curriculum

Required Core (26 credits)

CHB 550LR - Public Health and Population Wellbng Credits: 3
ES 620LEC - Scientific Grant Writing Credits: 2
GSC 640LEC - Graduate Research Ethics Credits: 2
NTR 500LEC - Nutrient Metabolism in Health and Disease Credits: 3
NTR 501LEC - Micronutrients Credits: 3
NTR 600LEC - Path of Nutr Disease Credits: 3
NTR 630SEM - Nutr Seminar Credits: 2 (must complete two semesters)
STA 527LEC - Statistical Analysis I Credits: 3 and
STA 527REC - Statistical Analysis I Credits: 1
STA 528LR - Statistical Analysis II Credits: 4

Elective Courses (31-33 credits)

In addition to the core requirements, you will select a set of meaningful electives in consultation with your research advisor. Some of these electives may be oriented toward specialty training or certification, and may be necessary to participate in certain research studies. PhD students will consult with their major advisor each semester to make appropriate elective course choices. Eligible students may be able to transfer in prior graduate-level credits toward the elective requirement.

Culminating Experience (10-12 credits)

NTR 701TUT - Research Credits: 1 - 6
NTR 702TUT - Dissertation Guidance Credits: 1 - 6

Total Credit Hours: 72

3.0 Degree GPA required

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time

Credits Required

72 Hours

Time-To-Degree

4 Years

Application Fee

$50

Special Requirements

Applicants to the PhD program are expected to have an MS degree in nutrition or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Program Contact

Kristen Braunscheidel
206 Kimball Tower
Buffalo, NY 14214
Email: kmlanski@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-829-5713

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.

** At least one of the admissions tests are required for admission. Test and score requirements/exceptions vary by program. Contact the department for details.