About the course
The Doctor of Nursing at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a professional doctorate that combines research training coursework with a substantial applied research project. You will complete core research-methods units and then undertake supervised nursing research leading to an approximately 80,000-word thesis designed to bridge theory and practice and contribute to industry or professional knowledge. This is a doctoral research qualification in Nursing. The programme advances health sciences research through evidence-based inquiry, clinical context, and supervised thesis development.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue advanced professional and leadership roles that use high-level research capability in healthcare and nursing contexts. Outcomes commonly include clinical research leadership, policy and practice development, quality and service improvement, professional education and academia, and consultancy with health services or professional bodies. The degree supports senior, evidence-driven practice and scholarship as a doctoral qualification in Nursing. Preparing graduates for health research, clinical leadership, and doctoral study in nursing and health sciences.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as lecturer, nursing manager, clinical nurse specialist, policy advisor, nursing educator, healthcare administrator, and etc. in companies including local hospitals, local clinics, local community centre, local healthcare centre, United Nations, and etc.Campus
- Sydney, NSW
- Fremantle, WA
Living Costs in Sydney**
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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
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Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |

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