Doctor of Philosophy (Food Science)
(TFS) (N/541/8/0045) (08/27) (MQA/PA 13794)
Programme Overview:
The PhD programme in Food Science is designed for qualified individuals who want to gain in-depth research and academic experiences in areas such as food quality and safety, functional food, food biotechnology, food processing and fermentation. The scientific expertise of our faculty coupled with state-of-the-art facilities offer PhD students a conducive research environment to pursue their specialization in food chemistry, food microbiology, food processing, innovation and food product development, nutrition and other food-related fields of study.
Intake:
Rolling Intake (throughout the year)
Duration:
Full-time (Malaysian & International students) - 3 years
Part-time (Malaysian students ONLY) - 4 years
Campus:
KL Main Campus
Programme Outline
Compulsory
Research Methods
Doctoral Research
Elective
Statistical Methods for Research
Special Topic in Food Science
Career Prospect
Graduates of this programme can be employed as:
Food Research & Development
Academia
Food Consultant
Policy Maker
Minimum Entry Requirement
Minimum Entry Requirements
A Master's Degree (MQF, Level 7) in Food Science or related field accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
Other qualifications are equivalent to a Master's Degree that is accepted by the HEP Senate.
English Language Requirements
1) Malaysian Students
MUET Band 3.5 or IELTS Band 5.0; or CEFR High B1 or TOEFL iBT 40 or equivalent
Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Master studies was in English
2) International Students
IELTS Band 5.0; or CEFR High B1 or TOEFL iBT 40 or equivalent
Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Master studies was in English