Key information
- Duration: Full-time — 48 months (4 to 5 years)
- Start dates: Starting August 2027
- Application deadline: Apply before Dec 2026
- Language: English — TOEFL iBT 80
- Credits: 48 SCH
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus Location: Birmingham, United States
- Disciplines: Nutrition & Dietetics
Overview
As a student in the PhD program at The University of Alabama at Birmingham, you will learn the science of nutrition as it relates to maintaining the health of individuals and populations, as well as the biochemical basis and application of nutrition to promote health and prevent disease.
Features
Students who are enrolled in the PhD in Nutrition Sciences program complete coursework through a planned, structured, yet flexible curriculum that is tailored to meet each individual's needs.
We create an environment that fosters novel learning and the use of cutting-edge technology to facilitate both scholarly proficiency and an in-depth understanding of nutrition sciences.
Programme Structure
Possible areas of study are:
- experimental design
- nutritional biochemistry
- energy requirements
- body composition
- geriatric nutrition
- community nutrition
- disease prevention
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
General requirements
- Students who are competitive for the PhD program have an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.5 with a degree in a recognized field of biological, physical, chemical, agricultural, or engineering science from an accredited university.
- While the GRE is not required, you may submit your scores if your application is strengthened with the score.
Tuition Fees
- International: 27,679 AUD / year (approx. 19,620 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 26,240 AUD / year (approx. 18,600 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 10,631 AUD / year (approx. 7,536 USD / year)
Living costs
Birmingham, United States: 1,438–2,325 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
