About PhD Program,
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program prepares nurse scientists to conduct research and to assume major roles in the development, evaluation and dissemination of knowledge about issues of interest to Nursing. Acculturated into an academic environment that embodies scholarship, graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers as researchers and educators in both academic and health care settings.
Students benefit from small classes and excellent access to world-class professors with varied expertise. Nurtured by close mentoring relationships with faculty advisors, students in the doctoral program engage early and continuously in research under the supervision of an advisory committee.
The program emphasizes openness to, and respect for, multiple ways of knowing, living, and being healthy, and valuing of varied philosophical, epistemological, and theoretical viewpoints. The program is closely linked with the research programs of faculty members.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Both general and program-specific requirements must be met to be considered for admission. All programs have one intake annually, beginning in September.
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing from a program that is accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) or approved by an appropriate provincial nursing organization.
- GPA of 78 per cent (B+) or higher
- Undergraduate preparation in research and statistics
- RN registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and able to practice without restrictions (expect international students).
- Current membership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (except international students).
PhD Funding Coverage,
As one of Canada’s leading research institutions, Western places great importance on helping students finance their education. While at Western, students are encouraged to devote their full energy to the successful completion of their studies, and the university works to ensure the availability of stable funding.
Some funding is awarded upon entry into a program, some is based on recommendations from the program, and others must be applied for by the student, either to Western University or to an external funding agency.
Complete information regarding funding and financial support for graduate students is available through the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
Application Requirement,
A completed application provides Western with the following:
Personal Information
We ask for basic information concerning your identity and contact information.
Academic History
We ask that you supply Western with a listing of all post‐secondary schools you have attended.
References
We will email your referees within 2 hours of entering or updating your reference information. Each reference will be collected by Western and distributed alongside your application once it arrives. No paper reference letters are required.
Supplemental Questions
Our graduate programs may ask you unique questions that reflect elements of the program you are applying to. The responses you provide are made available to the program during the assessment process.
Application Fee Payment
Western accepts two methods of payment in order to process your application.
- Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard)
- Money Order (this must be a money order or bank draft issued from a Canadian Banking Institution. Personal cheques will not be accepted.)
Supplementary Documents
Western makes it possible for you to submit your supporting documents in a digital format. This includes an academic record/transcript from each school you note in your Academic History and any additional documents required by the program you are applying to.
Proficiency in English Scores
if applicable (You must have the testing service send your score electronically to Western.)
Application Deadline,
Feb 01, 2025
Application Fee,
Paying by money order or bank draft requires you to send a money order or bank draft for $125 Canadian
