PhD in Food Science and Technology

This doctoral program trains researchers in food safety, food science and nutrition, and recognizes mastery of the field through original contributions to knowledge. It is delivered on campus at Illinois Tech. A distinctive feature is the research partnership with the United States Food and Drug Administration, which operates from the university's Moffett Campus. Doctoral students can work directly alongside FDA scientists on focused research. Graduates are prepared to continue independent investigation in food-related and pharmaceutical business, in academia, and in government agencies. The degree sits within the School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Health and carries a STEM designation, which matters for international students.