Program Overview

  • Duration

    3-5 Years (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    09

  • Total Credit Hours

    54

At the University of North Carolina, our Nursing program is fully committed to equipping students for rewarding careers in the healthcare and patient care sector. Students develop a comprehensive grasp of nursing fundamentals, patient evaluation, and clinical application. Through practical training in diverse healthcare environments, they acquire the skills needed to deliver competent and empathetic nursing care. Our graduates are excellently prepared to serve as registered nurses, actively contributing to the health and welfare of individuals throughout their lives. They play a pivotal role in championing patient rights, fostering health awareness, and ensuring the provision of top-quality healthcare services.

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TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
DOCTORATE DEGREE (DNP) $42,120
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $42,120
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At the University of North Carolina, we champion the synergy of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education ensures that exceptional learning doesn't come with an exorbitant price. We unlock the gates to knowledge, extending students the opportunity to flourish without the heavy weight of overwhelming tuition costs, empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Min. Master's Degree

Credit Hours

54

Course Duration

3-5 Years (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

09

Establishing the Cornerstones of Nursing Practice and Patient-Centered Care

At the College of Nursing, our curriculum commences by placing a significant emphasis on establishing a strong foundation in nursing practice and patient-centered care. Students engage deeply with nursing principles, healthcare ethics, and essential clinical proficiencies. This foundational knowledge is the bedrock upon which they build the skills required to deliver compassionate and highly effective nursing care.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE AND HEALTHCARE SETTINGS:

Outside the conventional classroom environment, the College of Nursing prioritizes practical clinical exposure and active involvement in a variety of healthcare settings. Students are afforded the chance to engage in real-world healthcare scenarios, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, where they acquire hands-on experience in patient care. These experiences not only refine their clinical abilities but also offer essential insights into the intricacies of healthcare delivery.

GLOBAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES AND INTERNATIONAL NURSING PRACTICE:

At the University of North Carolina's College of Nursing, our unwavering commitment is to instill global health perspectives and encourage international nursing practice. Our curriculum delves into healthcare practices on a global scale, inspiring students to participate in nursing initiatives with a far-reaching influence. Moreover, we extend opportunities for international study and active collaborations with nurses from diverse corners of the world, equipping our students with a comprehensive global outlook within the nursing field.

Detailed Thesis

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE

Short Thesis

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE

Qualitative And Quantitative Research (PHD-910)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Process Of Conducting Research
     Quantitative And Qualitative Approaches
     Identifying A Research Problem
     Reviewing The Literature
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Developing Hypothesis And Research Questions
     Collecting Quantitative Data
     Analyzing And Interpreting Quantitative Data
     Collecting Qualitative Data
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Analyzing And Interpreting Qualitative Data
     Reporting And Evaluating Research
     Experimental Designs
     Correlational Designs
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Designs
     Grounded Theory
     Ethnographic Research
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Narrative Research Designs
     Mixed Methods Designs
     Action Research Designs

Preparing A Thesis (PHD-911)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Thesis Writing: Getting Started
     Discovering Possibilities
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Proposal As An Argument: A Genre Approach To The Proposal
     Mapping Text: The Reading/ Writing Connection
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Writing And Revising
     Writing The Literature Review
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Using Visual Materials
     The Advisor And Thesis/ Dissertation Committee
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Working With Grammar And Style
     Practical Considerations

Econometrics (PHD-912)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Economic Questions And Data
     Review Of Probability
     Review Of Statistics
     Linear Regression With One Regressor
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Regression With A Single Regressor: Hypothesis Tests And Confidence Intervals
     Linear Regression With Multiple Regressors
     Hypothesis Tests And Confidence Intervals In Multiple Regression
     Nonlinear Regression Functions
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessing Studies Based On Multiple Regression
     Regression With Panel Data
     Regression With A Binary Dependent Variable
     Instrumental Variables Regression
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Experiments And Quasi-Experiments
     Introduction To Time Series Regression And Forecasting
     Estimation Of Dynamic Causal Effects
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Additional Topics In Time Series Regression
     The Theory Of Linear Regression With One Regressor
     The Theory Of Multiple Regression