Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing) program at the University of Tasmania equips individuals with advanced research skills and knowledge to make original contributions to the field. Graduates develop expertise in critical analysis, communication, and leadership, preparing them for careers in academia, research, and various sectors in Australia and globally. The program aligns with the Australian Qualification Framework and the university's Generic Attributes, ensuring graduates possess a wide range of transferable skills.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing) (H9A) is a doctoral degree that qualifies individuals to apply a substantial body of knowledge to research, investigate, and develop new knowledge in one or more fields of investigation, scholarship, or professional practice.
• Objectives:
• The program aims to produce individuals who can make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge within or across academic disciplines or areas of professional practice.
• Graduates will acquire advanced specialist research training and provide evidence of independent thought, critical analysis, effective communication, and expert knowledge of the discipline within a broader framework of international knowledge.
• Candidates will demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity, and innovation in their research and acquire a wide range of advanced and transferable skills.
• Program Description:
• The program provides candidates with the training and skills necessary for a career in academia and beyond.

Careers:

• Doctor of Philosophy graduates are highly regarded as potential employees in Australia and worldwide.
• The degree demonstrates a candidate's ability to conceptualize and implement an independent research program, manage a project, organize resources, work and cooperate with colleagues, and communicate effectively in writing at a high level.
• As a result, PhD graduates have the opportunity to pursue diverse career paths, including professions in research and academia and a broad spectrum of professions in the public and private sectors.