Food Science and Technology Major, PhD

Requirements

• Completion of a master’s degree in the field, or a closely related field, or passing a special qualifying examination is required for admission. 
• A dissertation is required for the Doctor of Philosophy degree. Each student must develop a detailed written plan for the dissertation research. 
• A minimum of 72 hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, excluding credit for the master’s thesis, is required. Of this, 24 hours must be FDST 600  Doctoral Research and Dissertation. 
• At least 24 hours of course work numbered above 500, exclusive of doctoral research and dissertation, are required. At least 6 of the 24 hours must be courses numbered above 600. 
• A minimum of 6 hours of courses for graduate credit must be taken outside the Department of Food Science and Technology. 
• All candidates must complete FDST 601  (2 hours) and are expected to attend 601 during their PhD program. 
• Each candidate must pass both written and oral comprehensive examinations prior to admission to candidacy. Major professors will advise candidates on competencies expected. A final oral examination is required that includes a defense of the dissertation and subject matter that the student’s committee considers appropriate.