PhD in Food Science and Biotechnology (FoBS)

The goal of the programmes in Food Science and Biotechnology is to produce world class professionals, with competence for academia, research and industries. A three-year program mainly focuses on research concerning primary food production, handling/processing and quality assurance. Emphasis shall be on linkage to society and to the local industry, and scientific and technological response to local needs. The programme will offer a unique opportunity for graduates to become not only top-notch scientists or academicians, but also business managers and techno-preneurs, due to stylishly structured curriculum, combining both, scientific and biotechnology on one side, and business and humanities concepts, on the other. It is anticipated that graduates of these programme will be well prepared for leadership careers in academia and industry.

Entry Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Food Science and Biotechnology(PhD FoSB) must have obtained :

  1. Possession of a second class Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in an appropriate area of study from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning and,
  2. Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0 and at least an average of “B” in the relevant subjects or field of specialization and,
  3. Must have at least average of “B” in Master’s degree or equivalent from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning and,
  4. Must satisfy the Programme and specialty specific requirements as specified by the respective School/Department hosting the programme

Areas of Specialization

  1. Postharvest Handling and Processing Technologies
  2. Food Safety and Quality

Programme Duration

Full Time

  1. Years: Three (3) Years
  2. Semesters: Six (6)

Part Time

  1. Years: Four (4) Years
  2. Semesters: 

Mode of Delivery

Blended mode or hybrid mode whereby a portion of the traditional face-to-face instruction is mixed with web-based online instruction.

Programme Outline for PhD in Food Science and Biotechnology by Coursework and Dissertation

Common Core Courses

  1. BuSH 6007: Foundation of Law Philosophy and Ethics
  2. BuSH 6008: Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management
  3. *BuSH 6009 Organization Development Leadership
  4. *BuSH 6010 Economics of Innovation Entrepreneurship

*Core course shall be taken by PhD students who have already covered BuSH 6007 and BuSH 6008 if they did their Master’s degree at NM-AST

Programme Core

  1. LiBE 7101: Applied Research Methods
  2. LiBE 7102: Outreach and Internship
  3. FoBS 7401: Graduate Seminars
  4. FoBS 7902: Dissertation 

Specialty Courses

  1. FoSB 7221: Functional Microorganism in Foods
  2. FoSB 7222: Advanced Food Analysis
  3. FoSB 7223: Advanced Functional Foods
  4. FoSB 7224: Food Safety Issues

Electives Courses

  1. FoSB 7301: Meat Science and Technology
  2. FoSB7302: Food Bio-ingredients
  3. FoSB 7303: Fruit and Vegetable Technology
  4. FoSB7304: Cereals Technology
  5. FoSB 7305: Milk and Diary Technology
  6. FoSB 7306: Advanced Postharvest Physiology
  7. FoSB 7307: Novel Technologies in Food Science

Programme Outline for PhD in Food Science and Biotechnology by Research and Thesis

Common Core Courses

  1. BuSH 6007: Foundation of Law Philosophy and Ethics
  2. BuSH 6008: Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management
  3. *BuSH 6009: Organization Development Leadership
  4. *BuSH 6010 Economics of Innovation Entrepreneurship

 *Core courses shall be taken by PhD students who have already covered BuSH 6007 and BuSH 6008 if they did their Master’s at NM-AIST.

Programme Core

  1. LiBE 7101: Applied Research Methods
  2. LiBE 7102: Outreach and Internship
  3. FoSB 7402: Research Seminars and conferences
  4. FoSB 7196: Thesis

Programme expected learning outcomes 

­­­­­­­­­­­By the end of the Programme, graduates  will be able to:

  1. Acquire an advanced research knowledge and understanding in Food Science and Biotechnology.
  2. Apply innovative and high-quality research principles to solve existing and emerging problems in food and agricultural sectors.
  3. Professional scientific writing and presentation skills.
  4. Apply innovative, professional and leadership skills in food industries, government and academia.
  5. Design research and developmental programs in Food Science and Biotechnology.
  6. Manage research and developmental programs in Food Science and Biotechnology.
  7. Coordinate research and developmental programs in Food Science and Biotechnology.
  8. Evaluate research and developmental programs in Food Science and Biotechnology.

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