Doctor of Nursing Science

ADMISSION

To register for the Doctor of Nursing Science degree, a candidate must:

• Hold a Masters degree in Nursing Science or an equivalent qualification;
• Meet the general regulations for doctoral study at the University of Namibia;
• Annually furnish proof of current registration as a nurse with the Namibian Nursing Board.
• Please refer to the General Information and Regulations Prospectus for general regulations as far as postgraduate courses of study are concerned.

DURATION OF STUDY

The degree is not awarded to the candidate unless (s/he has been registered at the University of Namibia for a minimum of two academic years. The maximum study period is four years.  Extension will only be granted in exceptional cases and only for one year.  A student, who desires an extension, must submit a motivated application to Senate for consideration.

CURRICULUM COMPILATION

The curriculum for the D.N.Sc. (14DNSC) has been compiled as follows:

• a thesis on an approved subject which deals with any aspect of nursing.

NDT8996 - Doctoral Dissertation

EXAMINATION REGULATIONS

The examiners of the thesis may, should they deem necessary, call the candidate for an interview before the result is recommended.  No person is allowed to report for the examination more than once without approval of Senate.

See General Information and Regulations Prospectus for detailed examination and promotion regulations.