Nursing & Midwifery - Structured

PhD candidates should normally have a high honours standard in a relevant academic discipline at primary degree level or equivalent together with the support of an academic staff member who is approved by the College to supervise the research in terms of its nature and scope. Candidates will be required to submit a well-developed research proposal for consideration by the School as part of their application.

Structured PhD (Doctorate in Nursing Practice)—full-time, four years



Structured PhD (Doctorate in Nursing Practice)—part-time, six years

Research Areas


The School's research interests, expertise and activities are centred on the following themes:


Healthy and Active Ageing

Randomised Trials and Evidence Synthesis

Maternity Care and Women's Health