Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences

There is one major subject included in the Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences:

• Caring Science

Special criteria for admission to the Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences

The research plan should be written according to the instructions in the individual study plan (ISP). You will find the ISP and further information at Apply for a doctoral study right.

Study plan for the Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences

The Doctoral degree includes:

• Research studies (30 credits)
• Doctoral dissertation (thesis)

If you choose to complete your Licentiate degree, this includes:

• Research studies (30 credits)
• Licentiate thesis

A Doctoral degree taken after a Licentiate degree only includes a Doctoral dissertation (thesis).

In the individual study plan (ISP), you must state which year you plan to complete your degree. The estimated time needed for a doctoral degree (full-time studies) amounts to 3-4 years. If you deviate from this schedule, you must provide an explanation for doing so.

Doctoral studies within the Doctoral Programme in Health Sciences

Doctoral studies (30 credits) include the following courses:

• The substance and theory development in caring theories, 5 sp
• The theory of science and Methodologies within health sciences, 5 sp
• Health and health promotion in a life-course perspective, 5 sp
• Research seminars, 5 sp
• Eligible studies, 10 sp

The course content is decided upon together with the supervisor. You may complete your studies at Åbo Akademi University or another university.