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Doctor of Postgraduate Nursing

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Doctorate (PhD)

Perth
As a doctoral research degree candidate, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
74.00%

Doctorate (PhD)

Melbourne, Albury-Wodonga
If you are an experienced practitioner in nursing, this degree provides you with an opportunity to enrich and extend your professional practice and to undertake research in professional or community settings.The degree offers an integrated program of research with supporting coursework in the first...
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$41,200 per year / $164,800 total
Graduate Satisfaction
75.80%

Doctorate (PhD)

Peninsula, Clayton, Caulfield
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences is renowned for the quality and impact of its research. By undertaking your graduate studies at Monash University, you will have the opportunity to be a part of this proud tradition of research excellence.
Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$48,800 per year / $195,200 total
Graduate Satisfaction
78.90%

Doctorate (PhD)

Sydney, Fremantle
Are you an experienced professional with an ambition to be at the forefront of your field? The University of Notre Dame Australia is dedicated to building a strong and innovative research culture.
Entry Requirements

The Pro Vice Chancellor-Research, on the advice of the Dean of the School, determines admission to the Doctor of Nursing Award.

Applicants to the doctoral program are expected to satisfy the following criteria:

  • Possession of a research Masters degree by thesis or dissertation appropriate to the professional field of the applicant; or
  • Possession of a Masters degree by coursework appropriate to the professional field of the applicant completed at a superior standard; or
  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree with Honours (typically 1st Class or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent); or
  • Possession of a Master of Philosophy; or
  • In exceptional circumstances, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at doctoral level.

An applicant may be required to satisfy the Dean of the School of the ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study. In addition to the academic criteria listed above, applicants are normally expected to satisfy the following:

  • have a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional practice;
  • have the support of an industry or professional mentor.
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
85.80%

Doctor of Postgraduate Nursing overview

PhD degrees in nursing offer candidates an opportunity to develop research in the field of healthcare.

Employment options

Those with doctorate degrees in nursing can work in academia, and also have the knowledge and advanced research capabilities to be a valuable asset to projects in the healthcare industry.

Scholarships and funding

Click here for an easy tool to check out scholarships for doctorate degrees in nursing in Australia.

Your educational institution will have programs in place to fund PhD studies in nursing. Get in contact with them to find out about the application process.

Prerequisites and selection process

Selection processes vary per university, but you will need to have previously completed degrees in nursing. You also may need to submit your proposed thesis topic to a supervisory board prior to being accepted.