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Faculty of Nursing

Doctor of Philosophy Program in Nursing Science

Introduction

The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science is an international program that aims at expanding the body of knowledge in nursing science to meet the challenges of the ever-changing world. The program also focuses on bringing about a better quality of life to the people as well as raising the bar for the nursing profession to the international standards. The program intends to produce highly-qualified and skilled graduates who can integrate the many facets of nursing science into a holistic approach to the development of “health and living literacy”. Moreover, to achieve their goals, students will learn to build cooperation among the public and private sectors. Our graduates will play crucial roles in healthcare policy-making while maintaining ethical integrity to their professions to bring healthcare to international standards.

The curriculum is designed as a ‘Hybrid Model’ comprising classroom lectures and online learning through information and communication technology (ICT) of the future and interactive learning via social media/network with instructors as facilitators. We want our students to develop their skills in sustainable ways and bring about knowledge and change to public healthcare. We want to shape our students to be lifelong learners and independent researchers.

WHY this program
at Chula?

1 Fast Track to Enhance Your Nursing Career

The program will give you advanced knowledge in the field and the latest state-of-the-art technologies in nursing science. It will also prepare you to become an excellent researcher so that you can bring the development and innovation to the field of nursing science and the wellbeing of the people as a whole.

2 Become the Leader and Make a Difference

Our students are encouraged to be the leaders in research and outstanding practitioners who are creative in their approach to bring about sustainable development to the field of healthcare.

3 Be Technological Savvy

Students will have opportunities to use the latest information and communication technology in nursing science. They will learn to come up with innovation to help with the advancement in the field of nursing science.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can use their acquired knowledge to enhance their nursing career or pursue a teaching career at undergraduate and graduate levels. They can also work as researchers in the fields of nursing science, medical science, and/or public health. They can also work as a nursing administrator.

Testimonial

Distinguished Alumni

Dr. Virya Koy

Deputy Director,
Department of Hospital Services, MOH.
Chief Nursing and Midwifery, WHO WPRO, Cambodia

“As a PhD-prepared, it has given me high confidence to lead in teaching and learning, conducting research, evaluating programs, writing academic papers, and possibly leading health care organizations.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saovakon Virasiri

Associate Professor,
Faculty board of faculty of Nursing,
Khonkaen University.
Director of MNS in Family Nurse Practitioner Program, Thailand

“The Ph.D. in Nursing Science program of CU helped develop both my head and heart. With the knowledge and education that I gained, I can then develop a body of advanced knowledge that can be applied to professional nursing practice. For my heart, I developed Leadership skills to cope with high responsibilities. International nursing experiences helped enhance my management skills and sharing the knowhows with international nurses and other health personals was valuable.”

Asst. Prof. Dr. Jantakan Kanjanawetang

Assistant professor,
Institute of Nursing,
Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

“The Ph.D. in Nursing Science (International Program), Chulalongkorn University helped me in incubating my knowledge, leadership, and academic skills in a truly happy, friendly and international atmosphere. One thing that I received from my professors was “my confidence and fearlessness of failure” which has inspired me to create innovations in nursing science that are widely recognized.”

Dr. Lely Lusmilasari

Head
Department of Pediatric and Maternity Nursing,
Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing,
Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia

“This program focuses on nursing knowledge development which will impact your professional development and community health. I learned how to develop my knowledge by learning the best research concept, nursing science, and theory development. In addition, I had opportunity to develop my knowledge and skills in my major which is pediatric nursing and leadership. The Relationship between students and faculty members as well as staff members in FON CU was wonderful. I learned how to build a good network while interacting with all of them. In FON I learned how to apply nursing theories in nursing education, research, and community services. Everything that I have learned in FON CU, it built my capacity as a lecturer and administrator in School of Nursing.”

Dr. Nguyen Thi Minh Chinh

Director of Simulation Center,
Vice head of Graduate office,
Secretary and Coordinator
Nursing Doctoral Program,
Namdinh University of Nursing, Vietnam

“The program helped me to change my thoughts, my directions and my mind in improving my nursing career. To improve the nursing field, we must practice ‘evidence-base nursing’ and we must be the key persons to create the body of evidence. I can work in this field with confidence and help other nurses and do it well.”

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ying Liu

Assistant professor,
Faculty of Nursing
Dalian Medical University, China

“This program enhances my knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the nursing profession at the advanced level. The international academic activities also broaden my horizon, expand my knowledge as well as open my mind.”

Admission and Course Details

Qualification of Applicants

Track 1.1 (Research only) & 2.1 (Coursework & research) for applicants holding a master's degree

1) Hold a master’s degree in nursing with a minimum GPA of 3.50 (on a 4-point scale);
2) Meet Chula’s English Proficiency requirements;
3) Possess at least one year of professional nursing experience;
4) Hold a nursing license (first level) and a midwifery license (first level), or a nursing and midwifery license (first level); and
5) Applicants for Track 1.1 must have at least one publication in a national or international journal (s) to be considered.
6) Other qualifications according to the Graduate School's annual announcement or approval by the Ph.D. program administrative committee.

Track 2.2 (Course work & research) for applicants holding a bachelor’s degree

1) Hold a bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science (Nursing) with a minimum GPA of 3.25 on a 4-point scale;
2) Meet Chula’s English Proficiency requirements;
3) Possess at least one year of professional nursing experience;
4) Hold a nursing license (first level) and a midwifery license (first level), or a nursing and midwifery license (first level); and
5) Have evidence of scholarly work or are approved by the Ph.D. program administrative committee.
6) Other qualifications according to the Graduate School's annual announcement or approval by the Ph.D. program administrative committee.

Note: Non-Thai applicants must have a master's degree in nursing or equivalent and hold a nursing license issued by the responsible authorities in their countries. Unlicensed applicants must have a certificate of license application approved by the Nursing Regulatory Authority in their countries.

For online application, please visit Chulalongkorn Graduate School’s Admission Page. Please submit the following documents via email to pongthanatcu@gmail.com.

Required Documents

1.

Application form with a current photograph;

2.

A current resume or curriculum vitae. Involvement in professional or civic organizations, along with any awards, honors, publications, presentations, and continuing educational experiences should be included;

3.

For international applicants, a report of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score ≥ 525 or the Test of English Proficiency of Chulalongkorn University score (CU-TEP) ≥ 67 or IELTS ≥ 5.5;

4.

Official transcripts, from each college or university applicant has attended since high school. A transcript that shows transferred credits is official only for credits taken at that institution. (It is not an official transcript for the transferred credits);

5.

A copy of identification document (passport/Thai identification card);

6.

A scanned copy of the certificate of applicant’s last degree;

7.

A copy of the current registered nurse (RN) license.

8.

A 3-page, double-spaced, essay describing rationales for pursuing a doctoral degree in nursing, areas of interest and concerns, and aspirations following graduation, including scholarly experiences, such as the initiation of, or the collaboration on research projects;

9.

Examples of academic achievements: publications, certificates, etc.;

10.

Three references from individuals who can attest to applicant’s personal and intellectual traits. At least one should be from applicant’s previous instructor, the others can be from supervisors.

For further information please contact

Associate Professor Dr. Areewan Oumtanee,

Tel: 02-218-1363,
Email: areeday@yahoo.com
or visit the Faculty of Nursing website.

Application Information

1.

All application materials must be PRINTED or TYPED and sent via Chulalongkorn Graduate School’s Admission Page.

2.

Applications fee 1,100 Baht (Payable to: Account Name Faculty of Nursing, Bangkok Bank, Account No. 152-068468-7)

3.

Send the documents via e-mail to pongthanatcu@gmail.com

Tuition and Fees

	Thai students	International students
1. Application fee:	1,100 THB	1,100 THB
2. Tuition:	35,000 THB per semester	97,700 THB per semester
3. Fees:	52,000 THB semester	52,000 THB semester

Scholarships

The Faculty of Nursing and Chula’s Graduate School offer funding for research and publications as well as scholarships to qualified students. For more details and up-to-date information, please visit the Faculty of Nursing website, Chulalongkorn Graduate School’s website, and Chulalongkorn Academic Affair’s website.