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Human Nutrition, Food, and Animal SciencesAgricultural Sciences 216 Faculty*Graduate Faculty *J. R. Carpenter, PhD (Chair)—ruminant and marine mammal nutrition,
and feed, forage and by-product evaluation Cooperating Graduate Faculty in Animal Sciences*E. G. Grau, PhD—fish endocrinology Affiliate Faculty in Animal Sciences*O. Decamp, PhD—aquaculture microbiology Cooperating Graduate Faculty in Food Sciences*H. Ako, PhD—nutritional biochemistry, aquaculture, lipid metabolism Affiliate Graduate Faculty in Food Sciences*A. Tacon, PhD—aquaculture feeds and nutrition Cooperating Graduate Faculty in Nutritional Sciences*M. J. Berry, PhD—selenoproteins, antioxidants and human diseases Affiliate Graduate Faculty in Nutritional Sciences*A. Tacon, PhD—aquaculture in human nutrition Cooperating Graduate Faculty in Nutrition PhD Program*C. L. Albright, PhD—intervention research on energy balance; weight
control; physical activity; dietary fat, fiber, and fruits/vegetables Affiliate Graduate Faculty in Nutrition PhD Program*D. Galanis, PhD—Pacific island nutrition, nutritional epidemiology Degrees Offered: BS in animal sciences, BS in food science and human nutrition, MS in animal sciences, MS in food science, MS in nutritional sciences, PhD in nutrition The Academic ProgramThe Department of Human Nutrition, Food, and Animal Sciences (HNFAS) offers both undergraduate and graduate programs leading to BS, MS and PhD degrees. Two BS degrees are available: animal sciences (ANSC) and food science and human nutrition (FSHN). The master’s degree program in HNFAS offers three MS degrees: animal sciences, nutritional sciences, and food science. The department is also the home locus for the inter-college PhD program in nutrition. The MS and PhD programs are described under graduate study. Animal science is the application of experimental investigation, cutting edge technology, and other scientific principles for the advancement of efficient and environmentally friendly animal agriculture and improved food quality and safety. Students receive training in both basic and applied agricultural systems, as well as in animal sciences. One focus of the animal science program is on pre-veterinary training but the program also emphasizes preparation for work in production and management systems for the major farm animals such as swine, sheep, beef and dairy cattle, and aquatic/aquaculture animals. Students are also exposed to the challenges of proper care/welfare and management of pets and companion animals (including horses), marine mammals, exotic wildlife and/or zoo animals and aquaculture animals. Unlike most continental U.S. institutions, the emphasis of the present program is on tropical production systems with particular reference to the Pacific Basin or other subtropical regions. Animal scientists have careers in management and production, veterinary medicine, food processing and marketing, animal biotechnology, zoo and wildlife management, the pharmaceutical and feed and aquaculture industries, teaching, extension education and research. Those positions require skills in disciplines such as nutrition, genetics, physiology, environmental and waste management, meat science and growth biology, animal health, feed and forage/browse utilization, engineering, business management/marketing and salesmanship. Other skills of critical importance are computer proficiency, written and oral communication, problem solving, and ability to build effective interpersonal relationships. The undergraduate curricula in food science and human nutrition (FSHN) have a strong science base that is applied to food and human nutrition. Options in the curricula include dietetics, human nutrition, and science education. Interest in nutrition, food, and the relationship of food to human health and fitness has never been greater than today. Students majoring in any of the curriculum options are prepared for diverse careers in the food industry, health-care and fitness facilities, hospitals, nutrition education and communication enterprises, government or private-sector food and nutrition agencies, science related research laboratories, and science education. Students learn problem-solving skills, approaches to critical thinking and basic principles in two related disciplines. The dietetic option has been approved by the American Dietetic Association. The human nutrition option can be directed toward nutrition education, sports nutrition, or other interests. The human nutrition option can serve as a pre-professional program in medicine, dentistry, nutrition, or other scientific graduate programs. The science education option provides students with a curriculum that fulfills the academic requirements for a chemistry, biology, or general science certification as a secondary school science teacher. To complete certification requirements, a student can apply for the College of Education Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in the Secondary Education Program. Students are strongly encouraged to take required chemistry and biological sciences courses prior to entering the program. Students who want to transfer into the food science and human nutrition (FSHN) program are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.8 and to have completed FSHN 185 with a grade of B (not B-) or better and to have completed the following courses with a grade of C (not C-) or better: MATH 140, PHYL 141/141L, CHEM 161/161L. Upon entering either program, animal sciences (ANSC) or food science and human nutrition (FSHN), students will be assisted by academic advisors to identify their career objectives and select an appropriate option for study. AdvisingAll FSHN and ANSC majors are required to report for advising prior to registration each semester. Undergraduate StudyBS in Animal Sciences/Pre-VetRequirements
In order to enroll in animal science courses, all prerequisite courses must be passed with a grade of C (not C-) or higher. Because of the diversity among fields of specialization within animal sciences, specific course requirements will vary considerably among students. On the recommendation of the student’s major advisor, courses will be selected from those offered in animal sciences, as well as in natural resources and environmental management, bioengineering, anatomy and reproductive biology, biochemistry and biophysics, chemistry, environmental biochemistry, food science and human nutrition, genetics, tropical plant and soil sciences, information and computer sciences, microbiology, oceanography, physiology, and zoology. Veterinary ScienceStudents interested in becoming veterinarians generally major in Animal Sciences, within the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, and participate in CTAHR’s pre-veterinary curriculum. A BS degree is desirable but not required for veterinary schools. The CTAHR pre-veterinary advisor assists students in meeting the admission requirements of veterinary schools that participate in the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) program, including the University of California—Davis, Colorado State University, and the Washington, Oregon, Idaho College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University. Hawai‘i students are also encouraged to make applications to other continental U.S. veterinary schools that accept nonresident students. Students should contact the website of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges for information about the Veterinary Medical College Application Service at www.aavmc.org/vmcas/vmcas.htm and for more information about specific requirements for admission to veterinary schools. The department also sponsors the Pre-Veterinary Club of Hawai‘i, which offers students opportunity to interact with other students interested in veterinary medicine and working with animals. Students seeking additional information and advising should contact the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, Agricultural Sciences Building, 1955 East-West Road, Room 216, Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96822 (808) 956-7095. BS in Food Science and Human NutritionDieteticsStudents interested in becoming veterinarians generally major in animal sciences, within the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, and participate in CTAHR’s pre-veterinary curriculum. A BS degree is desirable but not required for veterinary schools. The CTAHR pre-veterinary advisor assists students in meeting the admission requirements of veterinary schools that participate in the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) program, including the University of California—Davis, Colorado State University, and the Washington, Oregon, Idaho College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University. Hawai‘i students are also encouraged to make applications to other continental U.S. veterinary schools that accept nonresident students. Students should contact the website of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges for information about the Veterinary Medical College Application Service at www.aavmc.org/vmcas/vmcas.htm and for more information about specific requirements for admission to veterinary schools. The department also sponsors the Pre-Veterinary Club of Hawai‘i, which offers students opportunity to interact with other students interested in veterinary medicine and working with animals. Students seeking additional information and advising should contact the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, Agricultural Sciences Building, 1955 East-West Road, Room 216, Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96822 (808) 956-7095. Human NutritionPre-professional Option This course of study allows students to prepare for post-baccalaureate study in nutrition and nutrition-related disciplines. With guidance from their advisor, students can design a course of study to prepare them for post-baccalaureate studies in health professional programs (medicine, dental, pharmacy, etc.), or a graduate degree program in nutrition or other biomedical science. This course of study does not meet all of the undergraduate academic requirements of the American Dietetic Association to apply for a dietetic internship. Sports and Wellness Students in the human nutrition option, who are interested in pursuing a career in sports and wellness, are encouraged to complete course work in applied musculo-skeletal anatomy, exercise physiology (KLS 353, 354, and 354L), and Nutrition in Exercise and Sport (FSHN 480). These recommended courses can be added to the dietetics program option if the student desires to do professional nutritional counseling or be taken as electives in the human nutrition option if the student intends to pursue graduate studies. Science Education: Secondary Science Teacher CertificationThe National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) offers many science certifications to high school teachers. Based on departmental requirements, interested students may also fulfill the academic requirements for a chemistry, biology or general science certification. To complete the remaining educational requirements for NSTA certification after graduation with a BS degree in FSHN, a student can apply for the College of Education’s Post-Baccalaureate Certification in Secondary Education Program (PBCSE). The PBCSE is a certification program for the preparation of secondary school teachers, consisting of six interrelated courses totaling 28 credits. These credits may be taken in a full-time 10-month program. Students interested in this option should contact Dr. Dooley, (808) 956-7021, e-mail: dian@hawaii.edu. RequirementsIn order to enroll in food science and human nutrition courses, all prerequisite courses must be passed with a grade of C (not C-) or higher. A total of at least 128 credits are required for graduation. Students seeking additional information and advising should contact the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, Agricultural Sciences Building, 1955 East-West Road, Room 216, Honolulu, HI 96822; (808) 956-7095, e-mail: hnfas@ctahr.hawaii.edu. Graduate StudyThe department offers graduate programs leading to MS and PhD degrees. Students can choose from three MS degree options within the HNFAS program: animal sciences, nutritional sciences, or food science. The department also offers a PhD in Nutrition. Admission and degree requirements for each program are listed below, but are subject to change. For current information, contact the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, Agricultural Sciences Building, 1955 East-West Road, Room 216, Honolulu, HI 96822; (808) 956-7095, e-mail: hnfas@ctahr.hawaii.edu. MS in Animal SciencesThe MS in animal sciences is offered in both the basic and applied areas of genetics, nutrition, physiology, reproduction, animal health, molecular biology of growth and metabolism, and animal muscle biology. Specialty areas consist of beef-cattle nutrition, grazing management, and genetics; dairy-cattle nutrition and physiology (especially the management of cattle in a hot climate); swine management; reproductive physiology and endocrinology of sheep, cattle, fish and swine; molecular biology of animal growth and metabolism; muscle biology and meat science; reproduction, animal health; nutrient/waste management; and freshwater and saltwater shrimp breeding and production, nutrition, and pond management systems. Emphasis is placed on the application of scientific methods for both the development and improvement of animal industries in subtropical and tropical environments. There is also the opportunity for cooperative studies in the areas of care/welfare and management of pets and companion animals (including horses), marine mammals, exotic wildlife and/or zoo animals. Candidates wishing to specialize in animal breeding and genetics should be particularly strong in mathematics, including statistics, with a good biological background. Admission RequirementsTo be considered for admission to the animal sciences program, an applicant must (1) hold a bachelor’s degree with a major in animal science (or the equivalent thereof) from an accredited institution of higher learning with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, (2) provide evidence of superior scholarship in previous academic work, (3) arrange for three letters of recommendation, (4) submit GRE general test scores, (5) submit an application including a statement of objectives, (6) submit a resume, and (7) submit a TOEFL score of 580 minimum, 600 recommended (250 computer) if a foreign student. Interviews by phone or in person in Hawai‘i may be requested by the admissions committee. An applicant with a bachelor’s degree in a major other than animal or veterinary sciences who otherwise qualifies for admission will be required to take ANSC 200 or 201, one production course, and such other undergraduate courses deemed necessary by the department as essential background to the applicant’s studies. The ANSC 200 or 201 requirements may be satisfied through meeting the teaching experience requirement. The deadlines for receipt of all application materials are February 1 for fall applicants, and September 1 for spring semester applicants. Degree RequirementsPlan A (Thesis)Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, including:
Plan B (Non-thesis)Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, including:
Both Plan A and BA general exam on basic knowledge in the animal sciences is required of all students to advance to candidacy for the MS degree. A final exam based on the student’s Plan A Thesis Research or Plan B Directed Research is also required. Students are required to attend weekly seminars each semester and present a minimum of three formal seminars during their graduate training (including their thesis defense). A maximum of 2 credits is allowed for graduate seminar (ANSC 641). The following courses are recommended as a core for most graduate students in animal sciences: ANSC 642, 643, 644, 650, 652, 657, 687 and a graduate-level statistics course. Each student will be required to serve as a teaching assistant (TA), in either a paid or non-paid status, for a minimum of one course for one semester. This experience must include leading laboratory or discussion sections, and evaluation by the instructor. In both plans (on the recommendation of the student’s graduate committee), the graduate credit hours will be selected from the graduate courses offered in animal sciences or other related disciplines such as anatomy and reproductive biology, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, microbiology, physiology, public health, zoology. Because of the diversity of specializations within animal sciences, specific course requirements will vary considerably among students. Further information is available at www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/hnfas/Academic/grad_as_menu.htm. MS in Nutritional SciencesThe MS in nutritional sciences prepares students to understand the scientific basis of nutrition, its application to health and fitness, and the skills needed to conduct basic and applied nutrition research. Subject areas of concentration include obesity, bioactive food components, diet and cancer, mineral nutrition and toxicology, sports nutrition, nutrition education, nutritional product development, community and international nutrition, nutritional biochemistry, and nutritional epidemiology. Cooperating programs include public health, kinesiology and leisure science, food science, animal science, physiology, the School of Medicine, and the Cancer Research Center of Hawai‘i. Depending on the area of focus, students are prepared for diverse careers in nutrition and food-related industries, government agencies, and academic institutions. Graduates have found employment as college instructors; nutrition educators or consultants in the private sector; nutritionists in the food industry, fitness facilities, or health-related government agencies; and as research scientists in the health-care industry, private sector, government, or academic research institutions. Many have pursued PhD and other professional degrees at major universities around the country. Admission RequirementsAcademic prerequisites include a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a closely related field, a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and undergraduate course work in nutrition, physiology, biochemistry, and statistics. Motivated students without a nutrition related degree may apply, but will be expected to make up undergraduate course deficiencies if admitted to the program. Students are strongly encouraged to take introductory science courses prior to applying to the program and at least two of the above prerequisites, one preferably being introductory nutrition. Additional requirements include submission of GRE General Test scores (no minimum score required), two confidential recommendations (using our program’s recommendation forms), a TOEFL score of 580 minimum, 600 recommended (250 computer) if a foreign student; a personal resume; and a completed Graduate Admissions Application including statement of objectives. Interviews by phone or in person if in Hawai‘i may be requested by the admissions committee. The deadlines for receipt of all application materials are February 1 for fall semester applicants, and September 1 for spring semester applicants. Degree RequirementsTwo MS degree options are available: Plan A (thesis) and Plan B (non-thesis). Generally, students are expected to follow Plan A unless the Plan B option is approved by the graduate chairperson and the student’s advisor. Plan A (Thesis)Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, including:
Plan B (Non-thesis)Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, including:
Both Plan A and BAll students are required to pass an oral exam of basic nutrition knowledge to advance to candidacy for the MS degree, and final exam/oral defense of their Thesis Research (Plan A) or Directed Reading and Research (Plan B). Students are required to register for Seminar in Nutritional Sciences (FSHN 681) during four semesters, and present a minimum of two seminars for a letter grade (A-F) during their graduate program. The following courses are required as a core for most graduate students in nutritional sciences: FSHN 601, 631, 681, 682, 685 and a graduate-level statistics course. Each student will be required to serve as a teaching assistant (TA), in either a paid or non-paid status, for a minimum of one course for one semester. This experience must include a significant instructional component and evaluation by the instructor. In both plans (in consultation with the student’s graduate committee), the graduate credit hours will be selected from the graduate courses offered in nutritional sciences as well as other related disciplines such as food science, cell and molecular biology, epidemiology, genetics, physiology, public health, kinesiology and statistics. Because of the diversity of specializations within nutritional sciences, specific course requirements will vary among students. Further information is available at www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/hnfas/Academic/grad_ns_menu.htm. MS in Food ScienceThe MS in food science offers areas of concentration in food safety and quality, food processing and engineering, food chemistry and biochemistry, food microbiology, product development, and food science education. Graduates have found employment as college instructors, technical personnel in the food industry, regulatory or other governmental agencies, and researchers. Others have pursued further postgraduate studies. Admission requirementsAcademic prerequisites include a bachelor’s degree in food science or a closely related field, a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and undergraduate course work in introductory foods, biochemistry, introductory nutrition, and statistics. Motivated students without a food science-related degree may apply, but will be expected to make up undergraduate deficiencies if admitted. Students are strongly encouraged to take chemistry and introductory food courses prior to applying to the program. Additional requirements include: submission of GRE General Test scores (no minimum score required); two confidential recommendations (using our program’s recommendation forms); a TOEFL score of 580 minimum, 600 recommended (250 computer) if a foreign student; a personal resume; and a completed Graduate Admissions Application including statement of objectives. Interviews by phone or in person if in Hawai‘i may be requested by the admissions committee. The deadlines for receipt of all application materials are February 1 for fall semester applicants, and September 1 for spring applicants. Degree RequirementsPlan A (Thesis)Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, including:
Plan B (Non-thesis)Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, including:
Both Plan A and BAll students are required to pass an oral exam of basic knowledge in food science to advance to candidacy for the MS degree, and a final exam/oral defense of their Thesis Research (Plan A) or Directed Research (Plan B). Students are required to register for Seminar in Nutritional Sciences (FSHN 681) during four semesters, and present a minimum two seminars for a letter grade (A-F) during their graduate program. The following courses are required as a core for graduate students in food science: FSHN 601, 607, 608, 681, 701 and a graduate-level statistics course. Each student will be required to serve as a teaching assistant (TA), in either a paid or non-paid status, for a minimum of one course for one semester. This experience must include a significant instructional component and evaluation by the instructor. In both plans (in consultation with the student’s graduate advisor), the graduate credit hours will be selected from graduate courses offered in food science as well as other related disciplines such as biochemistry, nutrition, microbiology, genetics, biotechnology, cell and molecular biology, and statistics. Because of the diversity of specializations within food science, specific course requirements will vary among students. Further information is available at www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/hnfas/Academic/grad_fs_menu.htm. PhD in NutritionIn today’s world the relationship between diet and health is of great interest among consumers, medical professionals, research scientists, government policy makers, and private industries related to food, agriculture, and healthcare. To serve these clients and improve human health, especially in Hawai‘i and the Asia-Pacific region, the PhD program in nutrition is designed to prepare future leaders and innovators who can expand our knowledge about food and health, solve nutrition-related problems, propose effective nutrition policies, guide new product and service development, and be ethical and effective researchers, communicators and educators. To ensure that graduates are prepared for these roles, students will be expected to demonstrate:
To accomplish these goals, the PhD program integrates faculty and resources from the instructional and research programs housed in the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR), the John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM), and the Cancer Research Center of Hawai‘i (CRCH) to create an inter-college PhD program that will produce highly marketable, interdisciplinary graduates that can assume leadership roles in the field of nutrition. Admission requirementsThe admission process is considered a critical step in insuring the success and quality of the program and its graduates; therefore, applicants will be carefully evaluated and selected. The admissions committee is chosen and led by the graduate chair and is made up of graduate faculty with proven records in mentoring successful graduate students. To insure consistent quality of training and financial support, the number of applicants admitted will be kept in line with the availability of high-quality dissertation advisors and available support. Student will not be admitted without a plan to support them and evidence of a faculty member’s willingness to serve as a dissertation advisor. Applicants should have a BS or MS degree in nutrition or a closely related biological science; however, highly motivated students with other degrees may be considered if they have excellent academic backgrounds and demonstrated strength in the biological sciences. Applicants are expected to demonstrate adequate preparation in nutrition, biochemistry, physiology and statistics. If admitted without sufficient preparation in theses areas, these prerequisites must be made up early in the student’s program. The admissions committee will determine course deficiencies in an applicant’s background. Additional admission requirements include a minimum grade point average of 3.4 out of 4.0 for applicants with a BS, and 3.6 out of 4.0 for applicants with a MS or other advanced degree; submission of GRE general test scores that demonstrate performance above the 50% percentile in all areas; three letters of recommendation from individuals that can comment on academic and research potential, a personal resume, and a completed Graduate Admissions Application including a personal statement of objectives. Foreign applicants must obtain a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (paper), 250 (computer), or 100 (internet). Interviews (in person or by phone) are required of all applicants deemed admissible by the admissions committee. In selecting applicants for admission, particular attention will be paid to the quality and depth of the personal statement, the strength of the letters of recommendation (i.e. they must indicate exceptional potential) and the professional qualities and academic depth presented in the personal interview. Degree requirementsThe principal requirements for the PhD degree are:
In addition, all PhD candidates are required to participate in a substantial teaching project with a graduate faculty mentor during at least one semester of their program (if entering with a BS, two semesters are required). Qualifying exam. The purpose of the qualifying exam is to evaluate the student’s basic knowledge in nutrition-related fields, determine if the student has a strong enough background to proceed successfully with their doctoral program, and enable advisors to assist the student in planning an appropriate program of study. The areas covered by the exam include basic nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, statistics, epidemiology, and experimental design. The exam may be oral and/or written as decided by the examining committee. The committee will consist of at least three members of the graduate faculty chosen by the student in consultation with their advisor, and must be approved by the graduate chair. The exam is repeatable once after successful petition to the graduate chair. Students entering the program with a BS degree will be required to pass the qualifying exam within the first four semesters of their program. Candidates entering with a MS or other advanced degree must pass the exam within two semesters. Extensions can be made for students with course deficiencies to make up. MS graduates entering from the nutritional sciences MS program at UH are exempt from the exam, as suitability for the PhD program will be assessed during their MS program via the candidacy exam and thesis defense/final exam. Dissertation proposal defense. Students entering with a BS degree are required to defend their dissertation research proposal to the satisfaction of their dissertation advisor and proposal defense committee. They must do this after they pass their qualifying exam and after they have met all other requirements for the Plan A master’s degree in nutritional sciences except the completion of a formal thesis. This proposal defense serves as a capstone, similar to a MS thesis defense, and assures that the student can demonstrate sufficient research skills and knowledge of the research plan to proceed with the dissertation research. The dissertation defense committee will consist of the student’s advisor and at least two members of the graduate faculty chosen by the student in consultation with their advisor, and must be approved by the graduate chair. The student must pass the proposal defense to be eligible for the comprehensive exam. The defense is repeatable once after successful petition to the graduate chair. Required course work. PhD students are required to have
at least 18 credits of graduate level coursework (excluding research credits)
beyond their MS degree. If entering with a BS degree, at least 36 credits
of graduate level coursework (excluding research credits) beyond the BS
are required. These course requirements are described below.
In addition, at least 12 credits of Directed Research (699) are required. Students entering with a MS or other advanced degree are required to make up any course deficiencies in their background prior to taking the qualifying exam. Course deficiencies will be assessed by the admissions committee. Credits obtained by making up course deficiencies cannot be used to meet the 18 credit course requirements for the PhD. After the above requirements are met by students entering with a BS or MS, all continuing PhD students must take a minimum of 18 credits of course work (excluding research credits) consisting of at least:
The student in consultation with his/her dissertation advisor will decide on the specific courses used to meet the above 18-credit requirement. An example of a model course of study for a student entering with a BS in nutrition, and examples of available specialty area courses and career-building courses are available on our program website at: www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/hnfas/Academic/grad_ns_menu.htm. Required teaching experience. To foster teaching skills, all PhD candidates must participate in a substantial teaching project during at least one semester of their program. All students who are not paid teaching assistants are required to develop, with an instructor of their choice, an instructional experience equivalent to a half time teaching assistantship (10 hours per week). At the conclusion of the experience, their instructional mentor must submit a written evaluation of their performance to the graduate chair. Unsatisfactory evaluations will result in the need to repeat the experience until a favorable evaluation is achieved. Students entering with a BS must additionally fulfill the instructional experience required as part of the MS in nutritional sciences (6 hours per week for one semester) prior to sitting for their dissertation proposal defense. Comprehensive exam. When candidates have completed all, or most of their coursework toward the PhD, they must pass a comprehensive exam. The timing of the exam will be decided upon by the student in consultation with their advisor. The purpose of this exam is to determine the student’s comprehension of fundamental nutrition knowledge, expertise in an overlapping discipline, and competence in research, communications, and critical thinking skills to verify that they can excel as a professional in the field. The form of the exam is both written and oral. It will be conducted by an examination committee composed of at least three members of the graduate faculty (excluding the student’s advisor) with collective expertise to cover the range of expectations listed above. The composition of the committee is proposed by the student in consultation with their advisor. To insure the quality and consistency of exam committees, its composition must be approved by the graduate chair. The time frame and grading of the exam will be decided by the committee. The examination criteria and procedures will conform to the Graduate Division’s standards for all Manoa doctorate programs. A student must pass this exam to remain in the PhD program. The exam is repeatable once after successful petition to the graduate chair. After passing the exam the student is eligible to formally select their doctoral committee as described below. DissertationAll PhD candidates must conduct scholarly, independent, original research that contributes new knowledge to the field. The candidates develop and conduct research projects under the direction of their dissertation advisor and doctoral committee. The doctoral committee is selected by the student in consultation with their dissertation advisor, and must be approved by the graduate chair. The dissertation advisor (chair of the committee), and a majority of the committee members must come from the nutrition graduate faculty. The committee must have at least 5 members, with one member being from a graduate faculty outside the student’s field of study and area of specialization. At the conclusion of the research process, students write a dissertation, i.e. a scholarly presentation of their research in publication form. The student’s doctoral committee then conducts a final examination to assess the student’s ability to orally present their dissertation in a seminar format, and defend their research and written dissertation. The final exam is repeatable once after successful petition to the Graduate Dean. The dissertation, final exam criteria and procedures will conform to the Graduate Division’s standards for all UH Manoa doctorate programs. Honors and AwardsThe department has several teaching assistantships, research assistantships,
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