The PhD in nutrition requires extensive coursework in stable isotopes and metabolomics with a focused metabolic research project. There is also an opportunity for elective coursework - specifically tailored both to the research interests and career goals of each student. The doctoral student must complete courses in:
- Metabolic Regulation
- Molecular Nutrition
- Advanced Human Nutrition
- Elective studies
Additional information about graduate degree programs may be obtained directly from the department by contacting Dr. David Lodowski via email (david.lodowski@case.edu) or phone (216.368.6971).
Plan of Study First Year
| Course Number | Course Description | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBIO 453 | Cell Biology I | 4 | - | - |
| NTRN 551 | Seminar in Advanced Nutrition | 1 | - | - |
| BSTP 400 or MSTP 400 or NTRN 601 |
Research Rotation in Biomedical Sciences Training Program Research Rotation in Medical Scientist Training Program Special Problems |
0 | - | - |
| CBIO 455 | Molecular Biology | 4 | - | - |
| NTRN 434 | Advanced Human Nutrition II | - | 3 | - |
| NTRN 551 | Seminar in Advanced Nutrition | - | 1 | - |
| NTRN 454 or NTRN 455 |
Advanced Nutrition and Metabolism: Investigative Methods Molecular Nutrition |
- | 3 | - |
| NTRN 561 | Investigative Methods in Nutrition | - | 1-4 | - |
| NTRN 601 | Special Problems | - | 1-9 | - |
| IBMS 500 | On Being a Professional Scientist: The Responsible Conduct of Research |
- | - | 1 |
| Year Total: | 9 | 9-20 | 1 |
Second Year
| Course Number | Course Description | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTRN 433 | Advanced Human Nutrition I | 4 | - | - |
| NTRN 452 | Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism | 3 | - | - |
| NTRN 551 | Seminar in Advanced Nutrition | 1 | - | - |
| NTRN 561 | Investigative Methods in Nutrition | 1-4 | - | - |
| NTRN 601 | Special Problems | 1-9 | - | - |
| NTRN 551 | Seminar in Advanced Nutrition | - | 1 | - |
| Elective (2 Courses) | Electives: 2 Courses - Any NTRN 400 and/or graduate course in SOM basic science departments |
- | 6 | - |
| NTRN 561 | Investigative Methods in Nutrition | - | 1-4 | - |
| NTRN 601 | Special Problems | - | 1-9 | - |
| NTRN 701 | Dissertation PhD | - | - | 1-9 |
| Year Total: | 10-21 | 9-20 | 1-9 |
Third Year
| Course Number | Course Description | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTRN 551 | Seminar in Advanced Nutrition | 1 | - | - |
| NTRN 701 | Dissertation PhD | 1-9 | - | - |
| NTRN 551 | Seminar in Advanced Nutrition | - | 1 | - |
| NTRN 701 | Dissertation PhD | - | 1-9 | - |
| Year Total: | 2-10 | 2-10 | - |
| Total Units in Sequence: | 43-100 |
After the third year, student enrolls in one credit of NTRN 701 Dissertation PhD each fall and spring semester until graduation.