Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Summary

The PhD is a globally recognised postgraduate research degree and the highest level of degree you can achieve. PhD students are critical, curious, creative thinkers who undertake original research over at least 3 years.

This course is also offered at overseas locations.

Nursing

Nursing has changed over the years and integrated care settings offer a varied and rewarding career where you can make a difference.

Research opportunities

As a student you’ll be taught and mentored by staff who are involved in research studies that have the potential to impact on patient outcomes, healthcare delivery and the wider community.

The School of Nursing is proud of its strong research culture and undertakes collaborative research activities with other schools in the faculty and other universities both nationally and internationally.

The School has rapidly gained recognition for its research outputs and has won grants from leading agencies such as the Marsden Fund and Health Research Council (HRC).

Our highly qualified research staff contribute directly to the development and teaching of the programmes to ensure they are underpinned by current evidence-based practice and research.

Programme structure

The University of Auckland PhD is a three-to-four year full-time advanced research degree.

On possible to the PhD programme, you will be enrolled provisionally. By the end of your first year, you must meet a number of goals to be confirmed into the PhD programme, including developing a full thesis proposal. After confirmation, you will continue to work on your research before submitting your thesis for examination after three years and within four years of your start date. The examination process includes an oral exam.

As part of your PhD study, you can take part in our doctoral skills programme, designed to help you achieve success in your research and develop skills for your future. We have a dedicated postgraduate careers advisor, and our library service includes specialist subject librarians to help you in your research. The central School of Graduate Studies provides dedicated support and advice for the doctoral community.

Where could this programme take you?

Our PhD graduates are successful in a wide range of fields and careers, as well as the traditional academic research career path. The PhD gives you extensive specialist and transferable skills, which are sought after in many sectors, including industry and government, and can even help you to develop entrepreneurship skills to run your own startup.