The Ph.D. in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences course at South Dakota State University will prepare graduates for careers as researchers in healthcare settings, government, industry, corporations, and universities.
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- 36 monthsDuration
- Unknown (University site)Tuition Fee647 USD/creditTuition Fee647 USD/creditTuition Fee
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Overview
The research and teaching emphasize public health nutrition, molecular and biochemical nutrition, epidemiology, obesity prevention and behavior nutrition, cardiovascular physiology, biomechanics, sport and exercise physiology.
This Nutrition and Exercise Sciences course at South Dakota State University will be a good fit if you:
- Have an undergraduate or master's degree in exercise science, nutritional science, or related field
- Want to broaden knowledge to improve health
- Enjoy working with people
- Want to conduct research in the field
- Are strong in the human sciences
Career Opportunities
- Research
- Education
- Private Industry
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 36 months
- Credits 60 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Research Methods
- Advanced Statistics
- Advanced Exercise Physiology
- Research Regulations Compliance
- Seminar (COM)
- Dissertation (COM)
- Macronutrients in Human Nutrition
- Vitamins and Minerals in Human Nutrition
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
79The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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Minimum required score:
6The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Minimum required score:
550The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
General Requirements
- The application must include the application fee, all post-secondary transcripts, degree certificates, and other materials as required by specific programs before processing of the application will begin.
- Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy degree, 60-credit plan, must have a Master’s degree. This degree must be awarded from an approved, accredited institution. In those cases where applicants do not have a Master’s degree, departmental requirements will apply, either requiring completion of a Master’s degree or permitting an individual to move directly into a doctoral program, 90-credit plan.
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
647 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 647 USD per credit and a duration of 36 months. -
National Applies to you
647 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 647 USD per credit and a duration of 36 months. -
In-State Applies to you
336 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 336 USD per credit and a duration of 36 months.
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Living costs for Brookings
- 1085 - 1890 USD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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