The Nutritional Sciences PhD program at the College of Food and Agriculture is within the common framework of the UAE University Ph.D. Program. The objectives of the program are to provide students with (1) expertise in the fundamental principles of modern nutritional science, (2) detailed conceptual and technical skills in the identified area of specialized research interest, (3) strong written and oral communication skills, and (4) the opportunity to conduct dissertation research that will contribute to the body of knowledge in nutrition. The faculty recognizes that the career goal of each student must be given maximum consideration in the design of individual programs of study. Nutritional Sciences students will follow the curriculum described in the Nutritional Sciences PhD program. Students with extensive prior training in nutrition, such as master’s degree holders, may petition the Graduate Committee to evaluate modification of the curriculum.

Required Credit Hours: minimum hours