Doctor of Philosophy

I am thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you in joining our prestigious Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. NUS is deeply committed to fostering a scholarly community where passionate individuals like you can pursue advanced research and attain meaningful contributions to the field of health sciences.

Our PhD programme is designed for nurses and professionals in all healthcare disciplines with the keen interest to delve into the complexities of healthcare, explore cutting-edge research questions, and drive innovation in nursing practice, education, and healthcare policy. Our programme offers a rigorous and supportive environment with opportunities to conduct clinical trials, analyse healthcare data, or shape health policy, to enable students to achieve their research aspirations.

Some of the compelling reasons for you in considering our PhD programme include:
(1) experienced thesis advisors working closely with you to develop and refine your research skills;
(2) rigorous research training in terms of research methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and analytical techniques;
(3) interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities with experts from different backgrounds like public health, psychology, sociology, and medicine to enable the occurrence of breakthroughs in nursing science at the intersection of disciplines;
(4) Research scholarships and rich resources to support your study and research activities;
(5) supportive academic community by participating in seminars, workshops, and conferences;
(6) Career opportunities in academia, research institutions, healthcare organisations, government agencies, and beyond upon graduation, locally and internationally.

I encourage you to explore our PhD programme and discover how we can help you turn your research aspirations into reality. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our admissions team. We are here to support you on your journey to becoming a nursing scholar and leader.

Thank you for considering our PhD programme. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community of research scholars and innovators.

Professor He Hong-Gu (Linda), PhD, MSc, BSc(Med), RN, MD, FAAN
Director of Graduate Research Programmes