Institution

Faculty of Nursing, Burapha University

Curriculum accreditation

1. The curriculum is approved by Burapha University Council since February 8th, 2023

2. The curriculum is approved by Thailand Nursing and Midwifery Council since June 20th, 2022

Name of Curriculum

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science (International Program)

Name of Degree

Full degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing Science)

Degree in abbreviation: Ph.D. (Nursing Science)

Objectives of the curriculum

To produce doctoral graduates with the following competencies:

1. Possess advanced knowledge and the ability to identify research problems aligned with healthcare and nursing situations, create new knowledge through research and the development of innovations to address complex health issues at the individual, family, and community levels, and disseminate knowledge to national and international standards.

2. Demonstrate digital technology skills for managing and presenting information, analyzing, synthesizing, and integrating nursing sciences, as well as transferring knowledge to improve the quality of life of the population and inform health policies.

3. Uphold academic and research ethics and possess the ability to handle complex ethical issues in both academic and professional contexts.

4. Exhibit leadership in academic and professional domains, serve as a role model for correctness, and lead creative changes related to health and the nursing profession. They must be globally responsible, dedicated to advancing the nursing profession and society, and capable of building academic and research networks at national and international levels.

Curriculum Structure and Credits

Total Credits for the Entire Program

Plan 1.1 A minimum of

48 credits

This study plan focuses on research by conducting only the doctoral dissertation, with additional coursework as needed (not counted for credit).

Plan 2.1 A minimum of

52 credits

This study plan emphasizes both research and coursework.

Curriculum Structure

Plan 1, Type 1.1 Doctoral Dissertation: a minimum of

Doctoral Dissertation :

48 credits

Research Experience:

240 hours

Plan 2, Type 2.1 Doctoral Dissertation: a minimum of

Core Courses:

14 credits

Elective courses not less than

2 credits

Doctoral Dissertation:

36 credits

Research Experience:

180 hours

Courses

Plan 1, Type 1.1

11289866

Doctoral Dissertation

48(0-0-144)

Nursing Research Practicum

240 hours

Plan 2, Type 2.1

Core courses : 14 credits

11280166

Philosophical Inquiry and Advanced Quantitative Research in Nursing

4(4-0-8)

11280266

Nursing Science and Theory Development

2(2-0-4)

11280366

Philosophical Inquiry and Advanced Qualitative Research in Nursing

3(3-0-6)

11280466

Advanced Statistics for Nursing Research

3(3-0-6)

11280566

Health Policy Development and Leadership

2(2-0-4)

Elective Courses (minimum): 2 credits

Students may select courses related to their dissertation topics, focusing on both content and research methodology, under the guidance of their advisor. These courses can be chosen from those offered in this program, or from graduate-level courses in the Faculty of Nursing, other faculties at Burapha University, or other institutions both domestically and internationally, as approved by Burapha University. The elective courses offered by the Faculty of Nursing are as follows:

11280666

Mix-Method Research

2(2-0-4)

11280766

Randomized Control Trial Study Design

2(2-0-4)

11280866

Development of Measurements in Research

2(2-0-4)

11280966

Action Research

2(2-0-4)

11281066

Outcome Research in Nursing

2(2-0-4)

11281166

Ethnographic Study

2(1-2-3)

11281266

Interpretive Phenomenology

2(1-2-3)

11281366

Grounded Theory Methodology

2(1-2-3)

11281466

Family and Community Health Research

2(2-0-4)

11281566

Writing Research Proposal for Funding and International Publication

2(2-0-4)

11281666

Health Care Crisis management

2(2-0-4)

11281766

Independent Nursing Inquiry

2(2-0-4)

Doctoral Dissertation: 36 credits

11289966

Doctoral Dissertation

36(0-0-108)

Research Experience: 180 hours

First 3 digits: Represent graduate-level programs in various fields.

112: Refers to the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science Program.

Fourth digit:

8: Indicates a course in the doctoral program.

Fifth and sixth digits:

01-96: Denote the sequence of courses in the doctoral program.

Dissertation course codes (fifth and sixth digits):

xxxx98: Refers to Dissertation Plan 1.1.

xxxx99: Refers to Dissertation Plan 2.1.

Seventh and eighth digits: Represent the year the course was created.

Qualifications of Applicants

Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent.

The Master’s degree must be from a program accredited by the Nursing Council or in the field of Health Sciences.

1. Must hold a Master’s degree in Nursing or Health Sciences.

2. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.50.

3. Must possess a Professional Nursing or Midwifery License.

4. Must have at least one research publication (not part of the dissertation work) published at the national level.

5. Must meet the English language proficiency requirements as announced by Burapha University.

6. In cases where the qualifications do not meet items 1-6, consideration is at the discretion of the program’s administrative committee.

1. Must hold a Master’s degree in Nursing accredited by the Nursing Council or a Master’s degree in Health Sciences.

2. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.50.

3. Must possess a Professional Nursing or Midwifery License.

4. Must meet the English language proficiency requirements as announced by Burapha University.

5. In cases where the qualifications do not meet items 1-5, consideration is at the discretion of the program’s administrative committee.

Scholarships

1. Dissertation research scholarship.

2. Scholarship as the lecturers of Faculty of Nursing, Burapha University.

Facilities

1. Suitable educational facilities and classrooms are provided for graduate studies, equipped with adequate and ready-to-use audio-visual equipment.

2. Students have access to appropriate office or study spaces that support and enhance their learning experience.

3. Faculty offices are appropriately designed and proportioned to facilitate effective work and student advising.

4. Specialized nursing laboratories aligned with the curriculum are available, fully equipped for advanced skill practice:

4.1. Laboratory of Science and Health Sciences

4.2. Advanced Simulation Laboratory

5. Adequate computer facilities are provided for students to conduct specialized research.

6. Burapha University’s library offers a wide range of current nursing and health sciences books, curriculum-related resources, electronic books, Thai and English nursing journals, electronic databases for scientific, medical, and nursing publications, and comprehensive domestic and international research databases accessible anytime.

7. Adequate nursing practice sites are available for master’s degree students, aligned with their fields of study and related disciplines, ensuring sufficient patients/service recipients for practical learning.