DNP to PhD
We value the foundation in evidence-based practice that you have received in your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Our DNP to PhD in Nursing track will allow you to augment your DNP education and conduct research related to your DNP project in order to further improve patient care.
Program Information
The Doctor of Nursing Practice to PhD is a specialty track in the online PhD in Nursing program. This track prepares you to become an independent researcher and nurse scholar while allowing you to augment your DNP education and conduct research related to your DNP project.
Program Type
Major
Degree
Doctorate
School
Duration
4-years
Required Credit Hours
39
Modality
Online
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Program Details
Application Cycle
Apply anytime between August 1 and February 1. There is no GRE or application fee
required.
Our DNP to PhD track is a total of 39 Credits Total (Unless Stats II is needed- 42
credits) **Required Study Abroad *Required on-campus visit. **Required Study Abroad *Required on-campus visit *Required on-campus visitCurriculum
Student will transfer in up to 12 credits from DNP Program.
Additional time may be needed to complete the dissertation study and final defense.
After a student has completed the required dissertation credits, if additional time
is needed to complete the dissertation work, in consultation with the dissertation
chair, students may move to Continuous Registration for a flat fee.
*Required on-campus visit
Spring - Scientific Tools
Summer - Global View
Spring - Advanced Application
Summer - Preparation and Formation
Spring - Dissertation and Dissemination
Summer - Dissertation and Dissemination
Spring- Dissertation and Dissemination
Summer - Dissertation and Dissemination
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Learning Outcomes
- Function as a nurse scientist by conducting original research that builds upon existing evidence and expands the body of knowledge in nursing and health.
- Utilize theoretical frameworks and research findings to guide inquiry that enhances health and health care delivery for all.
- Produce and disseminate scholarly work that contributes to the science and profession of nursing by communicating creative solutions to problems in nursing and health care.
- Lead collaborative research teams to reduce health care disparities on local, national,and global levels.
- Demonstrate high ethical standards in all research activities.
- Advocate for health care policies that are based on evidence and the principles of social justice.
Accreditation
The Doctor of Nursing Practice to PhD specialty track program at Duquesne University School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
