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PhD / Doctorate Nursing Full Time

Doctor of Nursing

at University of Fort Hare · South Africa

Duration

2 Year(s)

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Doctor of Nursing provides an advanced scholarly understanding of nursing practice, healthcare leadership, and patient care systems. The course includes in-depth study of nursing theory, health policy, ethics, and the social determinants of health. It aims to develop research that improves nursing practice, patient outcomes, and healthcare delivery. The program focuses on healthcare systems, nursing education, and health disparities to shape nursing's future and promote evidence-based practices.

Entry requirements

To qualify, applicants must have a Master's degree from the University of Fort Hare or an equivalent qualification recognized by Senate and SAQA. Candidates must have submitted their Master's dissertation with supervisor consent and within the university deadline. Additional programme-specific requirements and the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning policy apply.

Career outcomes

  • Nurse Educator
  • Nurse Researcher
  • Healthcare Policy Analyst
  • Nursing Theorist
  • Nursing Faculty
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Healthcare Consultant
  • Nurse Administrator
  • Nursing Leader
  • Health Services Manager
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Nurse Practitioner (Advanced Practice)
  • Nursing Program Director
  • Academic Writer
  • Nurse Ethicist
  • Patient Safety Advocate
  • Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist
  • Nursing Informatics Expert
  • Health Systems Researcher
  • Nurse Leader in Academia
  • Healthcare Educator
  • Evidence-Based Practice Researcher
  • Global Health Specialist
  • Nurse Health Advocate
  • Nursing Consultant
  • Community Health Specialist

How this course compares

  • University of Fort Hare is #16 in South Africa on research impact (353,278 citations).
  • It lists 6 Medicine & Health Sciences courses in total, 1 of them at phd / doctorate level.
  • 2 universities in South Africa teach phd / doctorate Medicine & Health Sciences; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most phd / doctorate Medicine & Health Sciences courses in South Africa take 4–6 years; this one takes 2 Year(s).

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in South Africa offer phd / doctorate Medicine & Health Sciences?

Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science (#23 in South Africa) are among the 2 that do.

How long is the Doctor of Nursing at University of Fort Hare?

It takes 2 Year(s), studied Full Time.

Is University of Fort Hare a good university for Medicine & Health Sciences?

University of Fort Hare is #16 in South Africa on research impact (353,278 citations).

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