PhD Nutrition and Exercise Physiology at University of Missouri-Columbia

Programme overview

The PhD in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology is a distinctive interdisciplinary program that combines advanced training in nutrition and exercise science with a research emphasis on chronic disease. Graduates are equipped for impactful careers in academia, industry, and public service.

Faculty: College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources | Department: Nutrition and Exercise Physiology | Location: Columbia, MO, United States

What you will study

The curriculum has a scientific basis with core courses in exercise physiology, nutrition, biochemistry, and physiology.

Career pathways

Graduates are equipped for impactful careers in academia, industry, and public service.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At this time, admission to the doctoral program is limited to applicants who hold a master’s degree. Students who do not have a master’s degree and wish to pursue doctoral study must first apply to the master’s program. After completion of the first year of graduate study, students in the master’s program may apply to transfer to the doctoral program. Transfer is contingent upon meeting specified criteria and approval by the Graduate Admissions Committee. Prospective students should contact the Division or NEP Director of Graduate Studies for additional information. <h2

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes apply through the Graduate School online application for admission, which requires a qualifying bachelor degree and at least a 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of baccalaureate coursework; School of Law, School of Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine and Occupational Therapy Doctorate have their own application processes.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.missouri.edu/admissions/

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