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PhD Nursing

4 Years On Campus Phd Program

Western University

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program prepares nurse scientists to conduct research and to assume major roles in the development, evaluation and dissemination of knowledge about issues of interest to Nursing. Acculturated into an academic environment that embodies scholarship, graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers as researchers and educators in both academic and health care settings. Students benefit from small classes and excellent access to world-class professors with varied expertise. Nurtured by close mentoring relationships with faculty advisors, students in the doctoral program engage early and continuously in research under the supervision of an advisory committee.

Program Key Stats

$21078 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Completion of a bachelor s degree in nursing from a program that is accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) or approved by an appropriate provincial nursing organization, GPA of 78 per cent (B+) or higher, Undergraduate preparation in research and statistics, Completion of a master's degree in Nursing (or other field related to health care), Agreement for supervision from a faculty member whose research aligns with the applicant's interests and who has been approved to supervise PhD students, Completion of a master s thesis/research project, interview, Official transcripts, GMAT/ GRE scores each rank within or above the 75th percentile, TOEFL ibT of 109 , IELTS should be 8 out of 9, Statement of Research and Professional Interests, 3 Recommendation letters, CV, MELAB of 85 on each section and an overall score of 91, plus the oral/speaking component

Career Options

  • Registered Nurse
  • Continuing Healthcare Nurse Assessor
  • Research nurse
  • Staff nurse
  • Health promotion nurse

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