To apply for the PhD in nursing, you need to meet these qualifications:

Master’s degree

• You should have a master’s degree, preferably in nursing. We will consider other qualifications on a case-by-case basis.

Research experience

• If you don’t have a research-based master’s degree but have experience in collecting and analyzing health-related data, we will review your application individually. If you’re admitted without a research-based master’s or the required courses, you’ll need to complete these prerequisites within the first two years of the PhD program.

Course requirements

• You must have completed three specific courses (9 credit hours) or their equivalents:
• NURS 7320: Philosophy of Nursing Science
• NURS 7210: Qualitative Research Methods
• NURS 7220: Quantitative Research Methods

For exceptional Master of Nursing (MN) students

• If you are an outstanding MN student at the University of Manitoba applying to the PhD program before finishing your MN, you must also complete:
• NURS 7340: Evidence Informed Practice (for a total of 12 credit hours)

Grade point average (GPA)

• You need a minimum adjusted GPA of 3.0 (B) in the last 60 credit hours of university study.

• International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Pearson Test of English (Academic) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)

• Letter(s) of Reference
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research Interests
• Portfolio

Required Application Components:

Application Fee

• Application fee (non-refundable)

Transcripts

• Submit unofficial copies of all transcripts.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Provide a current CV detailing your academic and professional background.

Statement of Interest (approximately 500 words)

• Include the following elements:
• A short biographical sketch
• Your reasons for pursuing the doctoral program at the University of Manitoba, College of Nursing
• Your area of substantive interest
• Prior work in your area of interest
• Rationale for selecting the proposed faculty advisor
• Your readiness for doctoral study at this time

Writing Samples

• Submit two writing samples, such as:
• Scholarly work or publications where you are the principal author
• Summary of master’s work
• Documents written for professional work (e.g., briefs, advisories, guidelines, protocols, or policy)

Letters of Recommendation

• Three letters are required:
• One letter from the proposed faculty advisor
• Preferably another academic reference (must be requested within the application)

Proof of English Language Proficiency

• Proof of English language proficiency, if required.

Advisor Confirmation

• Written confirmation from the faculty member who has agreed to act as your advisor. Review the "Find an Advisor" section for guidelines and a list of faculty accepting graduate students.

Additional Documentation

• You must be prepared to submit documentation as outlined in the College's Non-Academic Admission Requirements by July 15.

Contacting Faculty Advisors

• If interested in a graduate degree under the mentorship of a faculty researcher not listed, you may contact the faculty member directly to inquire about potential positions.