The Ph.D. degree in food science and nutrition with a specialization in food science is designed for students who want to gain more in-depth research and teaching experiences in food system, microbiology, and food chemistry. You will have an opportunity to gain an advanced understanding of food preservation and safety, investigate the health properties of foods and food components, and acquire critical skills in research methods.
Areas of Study
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition with specialization in Food Science includes advanced studies oriented toward food science, food microbiology, food preservation and safety, and health properties of foods and food components. Most students entering this Ph.D. program will bring in 30 credits from a Master’s program in a related field. The curriculum below represents a total of 42 credits beyond the Master’s level. If a prospective student has less than 30 credits toward the program, an individualized curriculum plan will be developed by working with a primary advisor to cover possible deficiencies.
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Expected January 2026
Colorado State University
711 Oval Drive,
FORT COLLINS,
Colorado,
80521, United States
Completion of a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor’s degree from an institution that is recognized by a governmental national higher education authority (at the time the degree was earned).
In general, the minimum cumulative GPA for non-provisional admittance is a 3.000 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) to be admitted by the Graduate School. Departments may require a higher GPA.
For admission of international applicants, the minimum grade for non-provisional admittance is a B grade equivalent. The grade equivalency is the recommended U.S. grade equivalent, not the GPA equivalent.
English language proficiency:
TOEFL minimum score - 550 (paper based), 80 (Internet based)
IELTS minimum score - 6.5
Duolingo minimum score - 120
PTE minimum score - 58
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
With research projects in over 85 countries and +2000 international students, CSU has the atmosphere and influence of a globalized institution.