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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Nursing: Hybrid Online
The PhD in is a four-year program focused on developing the skills required to expand knowledge related to clinical, theoretical and health system issues. The program consists of course work, a comprehensive examination, and a thesis. Students attend three mandatory, in-person, one-week intensive sessions in year one. The remainder of the program is conducted using a combination of synchronous and asynchronous study using interactive online videoconferencing.
Master of Nursing Science (MNSc) - Two Patterns
MNSc Thesis-Based
The MNSc (thesis) is a two-year program of coursework and a thesis that is focused on developing the critical appraisal skills needed for developing the scientific basis for nursing practice, and the knowledge and skills to conduct small research projects. Areas of research include populations with complex health conditions, practice environments and health care quality.
MNSc Course-Based
The MNSc (course-based) is a two-year program of coursework with a clinical project that is focused on the scientific basis for nursing practice and preparing nurses for advanced practice. Students will develop capabilities in the advanced nursing practice domains of research, education, clinical practice, consultation, and leadership.
Master of Nursing - Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (MN-PHCNP)
The MN-PHCNP is a two-year program of coursework and clinical placements focused on developing the knowledge and skills to provide advanced nursing care to individuals and families in primary care settings. Students will also learn to conduct small research projects and will gain the critical appraisal skills needed for developing the scientific basis for practice. Successful completion of the program allows you to apply to complete the Canadian family/all- ages nurse practitioner licensure examination.
Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Diploma (PHCNP Diploma)
The PHCNP Diploma program is a one-year, full-time or two-year, part-time course of study for nurses who already have a master’s degree and wish to develop advanced skills and knowledge for advanced practice in primary care settings. Successful completion of the program allows you to apply to complete the Canadian family/all-ages nurse practitioner licensure examination.
Master of Science in Healthcare Quality (MScHQ): Hybrid Online
The Master of Science in Healthcare Quality (MScHQ) degree will prepare professionals with the knowledge and tools to research, advocate and implement strategies for risk reduction, quality improvement and safety promotion within the healthcare systems. This two year interdisciplinary course-based program consists of eight courses, including a supervised group project. Participants will have two mandatory, in-person, one-week intensive sessions each year in July or August; the remainder of the program will be a combination of synchronous and asynchronous study using interactive online videoconferencing.
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Quality (PhDHQ): Hybrid Online
The PhD in Health Quality (PhDHQ) will prepare experts who will improve the delivery of healthcare through teaching, developing new methodologies and theoretical frameworks, as well as testing innovation in the field of health quality. The PhDHQ program is a four year, interdisciplinary program that consists of course work, a comprehensive examination, and a thesis. The program also includes a health quality internship in Spring/summer Year one. Students attend two mandatory, in-person, one-week intensive sessions in year one. The remainder of the program is conducted using a combination of synchronous and asynchronous study using interactive online videoconferencing.
Graduate Program Contact Information
The official calendars for the Ph.D. and Masters programs can be found online at https://www.queensu.ca/academic-calendar/graduate-studies/programs-study/nursing and should be consulted for the most up-to-date information on the programs.
The School of Nursing website provides general information on the programs at https://nursing.queensu.ca/graduate.
The following Graduate programs are offered through Queen’s School of Nursing:
- PhD Nursing (Online) - https://nursing.queensu.ca/graduate/online-phd-nursing
- Master of Nursing Science (thesis and course based streams) - https://nursing.queensu.ca/graduate/master-nursing-science
- Master of Nursing Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner - https://nursing.queensu.ca/graduate/master-nursing-mnphcnp
- Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Diploma (post Master of Nursing degree) - https://nursing.queensu.ca/graduate/phcnp-diploma
For further information, contact:
Graduate Nursing Programs
Email: grad.nursing@queensu.ca
Telephone: 613-533-6000 EXT: 77746
Fax: 613-533-6770
Mailing address:
92 Barrie Street
Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6
Health Quality Program Contact Information
Health Quality Programs offer a Master of Science in Healthcare Quality (MScHQ) and a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Quality (PhDHQ). Specializing in linking theory and practice in health quality, risk, and safety, Health Quality Programs offer interdisciplinary courses, led by leaders in their fields, valuable international experience and convenient distance learning. Join us on the forefront of improving health quality, risk, and safety in Canada and worldwide.
The official calendars for the Ph.D. and Masters programs can be found online at https://www.queensu.ca/academic-calendar/graduate-studies/programs-study/health-quality/ and should be consulted for the most up-to-date information on the programs.
The following Health Quality programs are offered through Queen’s School of Nursing:
- PhD Health Quality (Online) - https://www.healthsci.queensu.ca/hqprograms/programs/doctor-philosophy-health-quality
- Master of Science in Healthcare Quality (Online) - https://www.healthsci.queensu.ca/hqprograms/programs/master-science-healthcare-quality
For further information, contact:
Health Quality Programs Email: HQPrograms@queensu.ca
Telephone: 613-533-6000 EXT: 75370
Fax: 613-533-6770
Mailing address:
92 Barrie Street
Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6
| Year 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | |
| NURS 101 | Professional Relationships | 3.00 |
| NURS 103 | Philosophy and Healthcare | 3.00 |
| NURS 205 | Medical-Surgical Nursing I | 3.00 |
| PHAR 230 | Pharmacology for the Health Sciences | 3.00 |
| PSYC 251 | Developmental Psychology | 3.00 |
| Units | 15.00 | |
| Winter | ||
| NURS 202 | Health Assessment | 3.00 |
| NURS 206 | Nursing Practicum: Care of Chronic and/or Acutely Ill Adults I | 3.00 |
| NURS 305 | Medical-Surgical Nursing II | 3.00 |
| NURS 372 | Family-Centred Maternal and Newborn Nursing Care | 3.00 |
| NURS 373 | Family-Centred Pediatric Nursing Care | 3.00 |
| Units | 15.00 | |
| Summer | ||
| NURS 207 | Nursing Practicum: Care of Chronic and/or Acutely Ill Adults II | 3.00 |
| NURS 371 | Nursing Practicum: Maternal and Child, Family-Centred Care | 6.00 |
| Units | 9.00 | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Fall | ||
| NURS 325 | Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing | 3.00 |
| NURS 403 | Concepts of Acute and Critical Illness | 3.00 |
| NURS 404 | Community Health Promotion Theory | 3.00 |
| NURS 414 | Management and Leadership in Health Care | 3.00 |
| BCHM 102 | Introduction to Biochemistry | 3.00 |
| Units | 15.00 | |
| Winter | ||
| NURS 100 | Nutrition and Health | 3.00 |
| NURS 209 | Gerontological Nursing | 3.00 |
| NURS 324 | Nursing Research | 3.00 |
| NURS 405 | Practicum in Community Health Promotion | 6.00 |
| MICR 121 | Microbiology for Nursing Students | 3.00 |
| Units | 18.00 | |
| Summer | ||
| NURS 345 | Nursing Practicum: Medical-Surgical and Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing | 6.00 |
| NURS 401 | Current Issues in Nursing and Health Care | 3.00 |
| NURS 492 | Integrated Practicum | 9.00 |
| Units | 18.00 | |
| Total Units | 90.00 | |
Total number of transfer units from previous University - 33.00
Total number of units completed at Queen’s University in Year 3 and Year 4 BNSc degree AST Track - 90.00
Total number of units required for BNSc degree - 123.00
- Students must successfully complete both Fall and Winter term courses, excluding electives, prior to progressing to Spring term clinical courses.
- Students must successfully complete each year of the program, excluding electives, prior to progressing to any nursing course in the next year.
- Students in the Accelerated Standing Track must complete all courses at Queen’s University.