Nursing PhD

About this programme

​This doctoral program develops nurse scientists who are expert clinical scholars equipped to provide leadership in nursing practice, research and education. The degree is designed to educate professionals for excellence in nursing scholarship through original research. Our thesis-based degree offers opportunities to become research-intensive, gain core disciplinary knowledge and develop expertise within a substantive field. Before applying, candidates are required to seek out members of our award-winning faculty who they believe would be a good “fit” with their research plans. The University of Calgary is committed to helping new doctoral students get funding support through awards, faculty research programs, teaching assistantships, and research scholarships. PLEASE NOTE : International applicants please contact the Faculty of Nursing to verify your eligibility before applying Healthcare, community health, advanced practice nursing, pediatrics, gerontology, mental health, acute care, ICU, oncology, palliative care, maternal/child health, NICU, pulmonary care, clinical simulation, nursing research, nursing education, critical incident stress, health policy, spiritual care. A PhD in nursing is usually considered a final degree, but may lead to post-doctoral study. Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense. A supervisor is required, and must agree to oversee the student's research before admission will be granted See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and finan