PhD in Nursing

PhD in Nursing is a doctoral research program focused on advanced nursing science, clinical research, education, leadership, and health system strengthening.

Full Description

The PhD in Nursing at B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS) is a research-intensive doctoral program designed to develop nurse scientists, educators, and policy leaders. The degree emphasizes independent research, theoretical advancement in nursing, and evidence-based clinical and academic contribution. The minimum duration is 3 years and the maximum is 5 years from registration, extendable by one year under exceptional circumstances. Intake is limited to two candidates per year.

Curricular Structure (Entrance Examination & Evaluation)

Features

• Doctoral degree awarded as Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
• Strong emphasis on independent and original research
• Limited intake ensuring focused supervision
• Mandatory synopsis presentation and thesis defense
• Publication-based evaluation during selection
• Recognized doctoral qualification under BPKIHS
• Suitable for academic, clinical leadership, and policy careers

Admission Process (Points)

• Online application submission only via BPKIHS portal
• Eligibility verification (M.Sc Nursing with minimum 50% marks)
• Upload of required academic, identity, and institutional documents
• Written entrance examination (concerned discipline + research methodology)
• Minimum 50% score required to qualify for interview
• Departmental interview with synopsis presentation
• Final selection based on combined performance

Job Prospects

• Nursing Faculty / Professor
• Nursing Research Scientist
• Health Policy Advisor
• Clinical Nursing Leader
• Academic Administrator
• Research Consultant
• International research and postdoctoral pathways