Auream Phoenix University for Women
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research in Nutrition and Diet Therapy
Online
PhD
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English, Italian
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,275
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
PhD by research via Distance Learning is awarded after successfully completing a theoretical research specialization. This research is presented in the form of a doctoral thesis.The PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the only doctoral degree that can be achieved through distance learning.The main requirement for a PhD online through distance learning is to present and discuss a thesis of at least 100 pages for review and evaluation by an academic committee at Selinus University.
The candidate for this research program should describe nutrition-based therapies to prevent and treat common diseases and ailments. Every disease, symptom, secretion and pain results from a biochemical imbalance in the body. Therapeutic diets, food and food supplements are used to restore normal physiological functioning and structural integrity of the body and its organs. Providing our cells and tissues with the appropriate quantity, frequency and quality of micronutrients will restore the biochemical balance from which health and well-being arise. The thesis should develop original research by implementing, if possible, new research methods.
Program Outline
65 academic credits besides a Master's program. Max Average Duration: 18 months + 6 months further on demand.
Thesis Defence
Considering that APUW students come from all over the world, often miles away from the university headquarters, the Doctor PhD degree via distance learning thesis can be defended in three different ways:
- Written Defence: the student develops his/her defence in a 5 pages report;
- Oral Defense: (recommended) the student sends an audio or video file (at least 30 minutes duration) containing his/her defence;
- In presence: speaking in front of two/three professors of APUW University. The student sets a date with the Secretariat to defend his/her thesis in the APUW headquarters.