Fully-English-taught Program
International Nursing PhD Program
Department Introduction
This program was founded in 2005, NTUNHS established a docotral program in Nursing; this was the fist doctoral nursing program in national provided by a technological and vocational school. In response to students' diversified development and career planning needs, the School of Nursing has the best-rated PhD-level faculty in the country, and develops competency-based courses connected to the nursing practices, as well as implement objective methods for competence assessment. Our doctoral program aims to nurture healthcare talents in nursing leadership, nursing educaiton, and nursing reserach.
Application Deadline
March 31
Eligibility for Admission
- Have a master’s degree in fields related to nursing or midwifery from foreign universities and colleges approved by R.O.C. (Taiwan) Ministry of Education.
- Foreign students should carefully read the MOE Regulations “Regarding International Students Undertaking Studies in Taiwan” for application eligibility.
Required Application Documents
- Application form
- College diploma／certificate & all college-level official transcript (English/Chinese version)
- NTUNHS health examination form
- Three recommendation letters
- Study plan／research plan
- Evidence of English proficiency
*Please apply IELTS or TOEFL test report from official website - A copy of photocopy of passport
- Financial statement (needs to be greater than USD$2500)Financial statements must be obtained from a bank, and the account must be owned by the student or the sponsor, who must attach a separate sponsorship statement and Financial Sponsor Letter
- CV／Resume and other supporting materials
- Writing Sample (manuscript, thesis, report publication…)
- A copy of the Taiwan Scholarship application form (if applicable).
English Language Proficiency
English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6 or higher or TOEFL iBT 72 or CEFR B2 level above or equivalent certificate
Native speakers: Applicants exempt from the English proficiency test shall submit a a passport as proof.
Previous degree taught in English/obtained in an English-speaking country: Exempt from the English proficiency test; a school certificate must be provided.
Degree Conferred
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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