PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University

    PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University

    PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University

    Iowa State University offers the PhD of Diet and Exercise as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Ames, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 5 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for diet and exercise and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 22, 2027.

    About PhD in Diet and Exercise

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  • Demonstrate understanding and technical competency in the fundamental principles and concepts of nutrition and exercise science.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in interpersonal communication and the ability to work successfully in teams to solve multidisciplinary problems.
  • Effectively prepare and deliver technical information to food science/human nutrition and exercise science professionals as well as to the general public.
  • Find, evaluate, and accurately interpret research literature.
  • Critically evaluate information, including the ability to distinguish verifiable facts from value claims, detect bias, and identify sources of conflicts.
  • Understand the dimensions of issues facing professionals in the field of nutrition and exercise science, including ethical, cultural, and environmental components.
  • Identify important health-related interactions between dietary nutrients and exercise used to assess and design dietary and exercise programs for maintenance of optimal health.
  • Evaluate and synthesize metabolic, dietary, and exercise research to devise advanced strategies in exercise and dietary intervention.
  • Design, conduct, and interpret research.
  • Apply theoretical information to solve practical problems.
  • Submit a paper for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
  • Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University

    Entry Requirements

    Baseline Academic Requirements

    Admission to the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering departmental graduate degree programs is contingent upon the following requirements, which will differ between degree programs:

    All Degree Programs

    • Undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. Official documentation that meets the requirements of the Graduate College must be provided in the application. Students with a GPA below 3.0 may be admitted in some cases, with permission of the Graduate College.
    • International (non-English speaking) students need to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Minimum scores for admission are: TOEFL Paper (PBT) – 550; TOEFL Internet (iBT) – 79; IELTS – 6.5

    Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering M.S. and Ph.D. Degrees

    • The requirements listed for all degree programs above, plus:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in engineering, OR Bachelors of Science degree, non-engineering with:
      • Math through differential equations
      • College-level physics, chemistry, and biology
      • Documented competence in engineering sciences, for example: statics, mechanics of materials, dynamics, fluids, thermodynamics

    For applicants with a non-engineering BS degree, the ABE Graduate Programs Committee, in concert with the ABE Engineering Curriculum Committee, will review an applicant’s academic record and transcripts with respect to above requirements.

    Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering M.E. Degree

    • The requirements listed for all degree programs above, plus:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in engineering

    Industrial and Agricultural Technology M.S. and Ph.D. Degrees

    • The requirements listed for all degree programs above, plus:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in science, technology, or engineering

    The Graduate Programs Committee, which is responsible for making decisions to admit students, will examine the complete application package, including GRE scores and GPA, when evaluating applications.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University

    Application Fee 40

    How to Apply for PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University

    1. Submit your application.

      You can apply through the University of Iowa application, the Common Application, or the Coalition Application. We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning in September based on college-specific admission requirements.

    2. Pay the application fee.

      The $40 application fee is non-refundable.

    3. Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.

      Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.
       

    PhD in Diet and Exercise at Iowa State University
    Iowa State University
    Iowa State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Ames

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