Students apply core content to a selected research concentration. The knowledge component of the curriculum includes courses in philosophy of science, epistemology of nursing, strategies for developing nursing knowledge in relation to life processes, human response patterns, and clinical and ethical judgment. The research component of the program includes qualitative and quantitative research methods, statistics, clinical research topics, research practice, and dissertation advisement. Relevant cognate courses are planned with the advisor for the chosen area of research concentration. Doctoral Comprehensives Language Competency NU901 Dissertation Advisement NU902 Dissertation Advisement NU999 Doctoral Continuation Ph.D. Colloquium is held monthly for doctoral students on various topics of nursing research.
Content is based on student needs and interests.
Doctoral Student Research Development Day is held annually for the first and second year doctoral students to present their work to date. They are also prepared to commence a program of research through post-doctoral work. University Fellowships are awarded to five students per year on a competitive basis. Full tuition and a stipend are provided for three years as long as the student maintains good academic standing and demonstrates progress towards the Ph.D. Degree. The highly competitive National Research Service Award Program for Individuals provides federal monies to cover tuition and a stipend.