Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature.

Key Research Areas: 

• Food Science and Nutrition

This broad field of study looks for fresh perspectives on probiotics, living "friendly" bacteria that guard and prevent illness, food supplements, nutraceuticals, controlled release of food bioactive ingredients through encapsulation, and cutting-edge processing techniques.

• Health Sciences

This cluster includes studies on infectious diseases that examine the substances or medications that either kill or delay the agents responsible for the disease. This cluster also focuses on the increasing number of health issues in society, particularly the role of molecules in the development and management of cancer and diabetes.

• Applied Biodiversity

The utilization and preservation of biological resources are examined by this cluster. In fields like environmental management, bioremediation, aquatic and plant biotechnology, and industrial chemistry, the application of this knowledge leads to a more sustainable use and conservation of biological resources.