Ph.D. in Food Science
Parma, Italy
PhD
DURATION
3 up to
3 years
LANGUAGES
Italian, English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
Key Summary
About : The Ph.D. in Food Science focuses on advanced research and study in the field of food science. This program is ideal for those looking to deepen their knowledge and contribute to innovations in food technology and safety. Students will engage with cutting-edge research and methodologies to address global food challenges and improve food quality and sustainability.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in research and development, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs in the food industry. They may also find opportunities in academia, government agencies, or private sector companies focused on food production and safety.
Course list - Parma administrative head office
- Evolutionary Biology and Ecology (in agreement with Univ of Ferrara and Firenze)
- Biotechnology and Life Science
- Physics
- Civil Engineering and Architecture
- Industrial Engineering
- Mathematics (in agreement with Univ. of Modena e Reggio Emilia e Univ. of Ferrara)
- Molecular Medicine
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Materials Science and Technology (in agreement with CNR and Univ of Cape Town - South Africa)
- Chemical Sciences
- Food Science
- Pharmacology
- Earth Sciences
- Philological-Literary, Historical-Philosophical and Artistic Studies
- Translational Medical and Surgical Sciences
- Veterinary Sciences
- Information Technologies
Course list - other administrative head offices (Parma in agreement)
- Economics & Management of Innovation and Sustainability (administrative head office Univ of Ferrara)
- Juridical Sciences (administrative head office Univ. of Modena e Reggio Emilia)
- Automotive Engineering for Intelligent Mobility (administrative head office Univ. Bologna)


