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Pace University
Nursing, PhD
- New York, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The nursing PhD program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in nursing research, education, and leadership. It focuses on developing skills to address complex healthcare challenges thro...


Azusa Pacific University
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Nursing, PhD
- Azusa, USA
- San Diego, USA
PhD
Full time
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
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Earn a PhD in Nursing at Azusa Pacific University You’ll expand your career and graduate qualified to serve in a variety of roles in academia, government, and health care. You’ll be ready to improve the health of society and contribute to the future generation through research. You can customize your degree according to your areas of interest and by choosing between three concentrations: Health of the Family and Community, International Health, and Nursing Historical Research.


Queen's University of Belfast - Medical Faculty
PhD in Nursing and Midwifery
- Belfast, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time, Part time
9 months
On-Campus
English
PhD in Nursing and Midwifery You’ll be part of a dynamic doctoral research environment and will study alongside students from across the world undertaking research in key healthcare areas including our three core innovative research themes, which encapsulate lifespan health research from conception to end-of-life: Maternal and Child Health; Chronic Illness and Palliative Care and Education and Practice.
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ICBAS School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Doctoral Programme in Nursing Sciences
- Porto, Portugal
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English, Portuguese
The Doctoral Program in Nursing Sciences, a partnership between ICBAS UP and ESEP, equips nursing professionals with advanced qualifications. Focused on nursing practice, research, and teaching, it emphasizes scientific knowledge re-contextualization, preparing students for a key role in multidisciplinary health teams.


University of Johannesburg
Doctor of Nursing Science
- Johannesburg, South Africa
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide the qualifying student with advanced critical, analytical, problem-solving, and reflective competencies as a nursing specialist to act as a leader and consultant in health services and to make an original contribution to the knowledge content of the discipline through independent research.


Chulalongkorn University
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science
- Bangkok, Thailand
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The doctor of Philosophy Program in Nursing Science (international program) is a program that focuses on graduates to be leading researchers in nursing, who are knowledgeable and able to integrate knowledge in nursing science, research, and holistic personal care concepts that focus on health and living literacies and aim to build knowledge in nursing to improve public health in complex health services. as well as being able to work together as a network partner with the public and private sectors.


University of North Carolina - Greensboro
Nursing, Ph.D.
- Greensboro, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Nursing Ph.D. program focuses on developing scholars capable of conducting advanced research to improve health outcomes and advance nursing practice. It emphasizes the integration of theory, resea...


University of South Carolina
Nursing Science, Ph.D.
- Columbia, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. in Nursing Science is designed for those who want to advance their knowledge and impact in healthcare. It focuses on developing research skills that can influence nursing practice, health po...


University of Washington
Nursing - Doctor of Nurse Practice DNP Adult Gero - Primary Care NP
- Seattle, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
This program prepares students to become primary care nurse practitioners focused on adult and geriatric populations. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines advanced nursing practice with ...


The University of Notre Dame Australia
Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing)
- Fremantle, Australia
- Broome, Australia
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PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing is a research-focused program designed for those who want to explore advanced topics in nursing practice, education, leadership, and health systems. It aims to deve...


University of San Francisco - School of Nursing and Health Professions
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- San Francisco, USA
PhD
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The School of Nursing and Health Professions offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a variety of track options providing one-of-a-kind opportunities for interprofessional collaboration.


Wayne State University
Nursing and Infant Mental Health (D.N.P. or Ph.D. Dual-Title)
- Detroit, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program offers a unique dual-degree path that combines advanced nursing knowledge with infant mental health expertise. It prepares students to work with infants, young children, and their families...


University of South Carolina
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: Nursing Practice, D.N.P.
- Columbia, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program focuses on preparing nurses to address the complex health needs of adults and older adults in varied acute care settings. It emphasizes developing advanced skills in assessment, diagnosis,...


University of South Carolina
Family Nursing Practitioner: Nursing Practice, D.N.P.
- Columbia, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Family Nurse Practitioner: Nursing Practice, D.N.P. program is designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice roles focused on family health. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends the...


The University of Iowa
Nursing, DNP
- Iowa City, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program prepares nurses to take on advanced roles that focus on leadership, evidence-based practice, and improving patient care. This program emphasizes developing...
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A rewarding career in nursing begins with working toward a degree in this discipline. The coursework may include both traditional sciences as well as training in technical skills and treatment modalities. Nurses can work in both the public and private sector to provide healthcare.
Doctoral degrees are advanced educational qualifications, often pursued after a master's degree. They represent the highest level of academic achievement in fields like science, arts, and humanities. Achieving this degree involves intensive research, resulting in a thesis or dissertation.