University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Nursing

University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Graduate Studies
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $3,533

Description:

​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.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 97] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.0] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 580] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 83]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Research Interests
Applicants are required to have Registered nurse holding CPR certification at the Basic Rescuer or Basic Cardiac Life Support or 'C' level, as well as a masters degree with specific graduate-level coursework: one graduate-level course in quantitative methods, one graduate-level course in qualitative methods, and one graduate-level course in statistics Exceptions may be considered. Applicants must also have a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 28, 2022