Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Food Science and Nutrition

The Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science and Nutrition is awarded in recognition of mastery in food science and nutrition, and upon demonstration of an ability to make substantial creative contributions to the advancement in knowledge in food safety, food science, or nutrition. A unique collaborative research program between Illinois Tech and the United States Food and Drug Administration—located on Illinois Tech's Moffett Campus—provides our Ph.D. students with the opportunity for focused research interaction with FDA scientists as they pursue their degree. The recipients of the doctoral degree will be capable of continuing independent efforts toward the advancement of scientific knowledge in food-related and pharmaceutical business, academia, and government agencies.