Master of Science (Nursing)

The Master of Science (MSc) (Nursing) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) are designed for research training. The Master qualification can be taken as a stand alone qualification or, if the student demonstrates the ability, can be converted to a Doctor of Philosophy qualification. Besides coursework, student is required to complete a thesis of a maximum of 80,000 words for graduation.

There is no specialisation of the degrees awarded. These milestone Singapore based qualifications enable nurses to take their study in a full-time or part-time mode.

The MSc (Nursing) and PhD programmes aim to develop graduates characterised by their:

• ability to identify, formulate, and address problems through research;
• drive for evidence-based nursing research and practice;
• creative and strategic approach to lead the nursing and healthcare-related profession nationally and internationally; and
• entrepreneurial spirit to lead innovation which will impact the profession and healthcare industry. 

The programmes will ensure all graduates have:

• the ability to carry out independent primary and secondary research;
• a sound grounding in translation of evidence to clinical practice;
• developed critical analytical and writing skills; and
• the leadership skills to further nursing and healthcare-related research both nationally and internationally.