The United Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Gifu University

Course Outline

International Joint PhD Program in Food Science and Technology between Gifu University and Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Specialized Courses


The International Joint PhD Program (JD Program) in the area of research and development in food and related industries aims to (1) nurture human resources who have mastered the fundamental knowledge and skills of food science and technology and acquired the skills in design thinking as well as (2) develop a global mindset (adaptation to different cultures and cooperability with global partners). The Program is structured to foster leaders in food and related industries in the North-eastern region of India as well as the Tokai-region of Japan, and contribute to identifying solutions for sustainable society, enabling optimal utilization of the resources in both regions, and benefiting both regions.