Nursing & Midwifery - Structured

PhD candidates should normally have a high honours standard in a relevant academic discipline at primary degree level or equivalent together with the support of an academic staff member who is approved by the College to supervise the research in terms of its nature and scope. Candidates will be required to submit a well-developed research proposal for consideration by the School as part of their application.

Course Code: SPN—Structured PhD (Doctorate in Nursing Practice)



Applications are made online via the NUI Galway Postgraduate Applications System.



Before making an online application, we advise you to contact us and consult with a researcher at the School of Nursing and Midwifery. For information on submitting an online application visit How to Apply.

Structured PhD (Doctorate in Nursing Practice)—full-time, four years



Structured PhD (Doctorate in Nursing Practice)—part-time, six years

Research Areas


The School's research interests, expertise and activities are centred on the following themes:


Healthy and Active Ageing

Randomised Trials and Evidence Synthesis

Maternity Care and Women's Health