DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN FOOD STUDIES

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The Doctor of Philosophy in Food Studies programme offers students the opportunity to conduct research on food from the perspectives and methods of the social sciences. The programme prepares researchers and practitioners to tackle critical issues related to the cultural, social, economic, and political dimensions of food. Graduates are expected to venture in the academia, industry, government and non-governmental organisations at the local, regional or global level.

INTAKES: JANUARY, MARCH, JUNE, AUGUST, OCTOBER

PHD BY PRIOR PUBLICATION MODE

PhD by Prior Publication is a pathway to achieve a Doctoral award. The candidate’s publications before registration are included in the submission for the Doctoral award.

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3 to 6-year

Full-Time Programme

4 to 8-year

Part Time Programme

Research-focused

Curriculum

2 Modes

Normal and Prior Publication

Entry Requirements

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (NORMAL MODE)

Masters

Masters degree in the field or related fields (Level 7, MQF) or its equivalent as accepted by the Taylor's University Senate; OR

Bachelor’s Degree

Passed Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with min. CGPA 3.67 and passed related qualifying assessment.

For international students: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 60 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score). The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.

*Bachelor’s degree candidates who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:

i. Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;

ii. Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.

iii. Approval of the Taylor’s University Senate.

*Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.

*Any of the above conditions would require student's research proposal to be approved.

*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university's Admissions Department.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (PRIOR PUBLICATION MODE)

Candidates must obtain a master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the HEP Senate; OR

Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia; OR

Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP;

In addition to the above criteria, those who want to join Doctoral Degree by Retrospective or Prior Publication mode must include the below to their formal application:

Minimum of 5 publications in alignment with the theme of the specialisation;

An executive summary of the above publications establishing

o The theme that connects the published works to be submitted (up to 1,000 words);

o Contribution to knowledge in the field of the proposed area of study (up to 1,000 words)

For international candidates, evidence of English Language Proficiency as determined by the intake standards approved by the Senate

A list of scholarly published work; AND

Curriculum Vitae

A Selection Committee must be established to review the formal application for PhD by Retrospective or Prior Publication and recommend to the Senate to obtain approval.

*Criteria for published works

a) Published work must encompass high-quality journals, monographs, books, research-based chapters in books, electronic publications which have not been used to obtain other awards or deemed a part of those awards.

b) The publications must be published within a period not exceeding ten (10) years from the date of submission.

c) For the five (5) nominated publications, the candidate must be the principal author with the contributions of others clearly defined.

*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.

FAQ for Prior Publication

1) How long is the candidature?

The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.

2) What are the criteria for the award of the degree?

The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:

(a) Pass thesis examination and viva-voce/ oral examination.

(b) Confirmation of meeting minimum candidature period (from the first day of intake commencement to confirmation of satisfactory amendment of thesis/dissertation by examiners).

3) How will progression tracking be done?

Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:

a) Regular consultation with the supervisors (supervisor-supervisee log);

b) Progress report; and Seminars (research seminar, thesis completion seminar).

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

DURATION

Full time:

3-6 years

Part time:

4 – 8 years

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

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

KEY RESEARCH AREAS

At Taylor’s University, we believe research can help shape the future. Our postgraduate research programmes cover a broad range of topics with the aim to help shape the future in the aspects of society, technology, economy, and environment.

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This doctor of philosophy focuses on the diversity of food research in the following key areas:

Food Cultures and Health
Food Security, Safety & Risk
Gastronomies, Food Heritage and Tourism
Food Security & Sustainability

HIRING GRADUATE STUDENTS

More than 300 postgraduates have chosen Taylor's to fulfill their research aspiration. Join us and contribute to our innovative and progressive research projects here.

WHO SHOULD JOIN THIS PROGRAMME?

Candidates with a Master Degree who are interested to deepen their understanding of cultural, social, economic, and political dimensions of food.
Candidates working in food-related industries, government agencies or non-governmental organisations.

Candidates may have various academic backgrounds [for example social sciences and humanities, agronomy, sustainability, food science, nutrition & public health, hospitality, culinary arts, tourism) and willing to embrace social sciences perspectives on food.

Future Careers

When you’ve successfully completed this programme, you could advance to any of these exciting careers, including:

Food Marketing
Product Manager in Food Industries
Management in Foodservice
Consultant in Foodservice Planning & Design
Business & Market Analyst for Food Industries

Food Health & Nutritional Counselors
Food Anthropologist
Food Journalist
Food Engineer
Academician

Dr Elise Line Mognard, Programme Director

The programme aims to develop a deeper understanding of complex food-related issues grounded on social sciences, in dialogue with nutrition or ecology to mention a few. More experts who have the ability to explore and articulate the relationship between food and environmental, cultural, social, political and economic processes are needed to advise in nutrition, in policies and regulations, to ensure sustainability in our food systems, among other matters.

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