The PhD(HE) program was instituted in 1983 and is designed to prepare leaders in the field of home economics. It provides for increased competency in research, stronger organizational and managerial skills, leadership in supervision and administration of home economics programs, and advanced professional training in home economics education that impacts Asia and other developing countries. The PhD(HE) program was last revised in 2022.
The PhD(FS) program is designed to prepare men and women for positions of leadership in education and in the food research projects of the government and food industry. This program allows for specialization in food processing, food chemistry or food microbiology. PhD(FS) requires the conduct of an original research.
The PhD(N|) program provides a holistic view of nutrition, in-depth knowledge of nutritional science, research competence and adequate understanding of the disciplines related to nutrition, such as biochemistry, food, education, health and the behavioral sciences. Its highlight is the conduct of an original research which makes a significant contribution to knowledge and reflects independent and creative work.