Doctor of Philosophy [PhD] (Nursing)
4 years
Full Time
Online
Field of Study:
Ranked #151 out of 225 by QS Global Ranking 2025
$6,171 /Yr
CA$8,571 /Yr
- PhD in Nursing at the University of Victoria is offered as a 4-years program by the School of Nursing.
- The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
- A PhD in nursing is the culmination of your deep, active knowledge of nursing. Students will examine and further develop the intersections of research, education, and advanced practice nursing.
- In this self-directed program, students will develop a strong grounding in philosophical thought, expertise in research methodologies, and conduct independent research.
- Students will become a leader in your field through clinical practica or co-op learning opportunities.
- The PhD program consists of a minimum of 44 units.
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Important Alert
- Application Deadline For September 2027 Intake - Dec 15, 2026
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $6171 (CAD 8571) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | $9593 (CAD 13323) |
| Total Cost | $9593 (CAD 13323) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $5931 (CAD 8238) |
| 2023 | $5702 (CAD 7920) |
| 2021 | $11048 (CAD 15345) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For September 2027 Intake | Dec 15, 2026 |
Scores Required
Required Document List
Complete Application
Application Fee
Official Transcripts
English Language Requirements
Completion of secondary school

Nursing 151 out of 225 in Global Ranking
( #8 out of 14 in Canada 2025)
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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Pediatrics
- Quality improvement
- Nursing
- Diagnostics
- Staff Nurse
- GNM
- Patient care
- Management
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 6,390/Yr$8,875 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
Similar Programs
| Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
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Application Deadline for Fall Intake (1st Feb 2027) | USD 4,194 /Yr CAD 5,825 /Yr |
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Application Deadline for Fall 2027 Intake (1st Feb 2027) | USD 17,053 /Yr CAD 23,685 /Yr |
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PhD Nursing, York University4 years | Application Deadline for Fall 2027 Intake (15th Apr 2027) | USD 13,605 /Yr CAD 18,896 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For Fall (September) 2027 Intake (1st Nov 2026) | USD 6,785 /Yr CAD 9,423 /Yr |
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