Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Ph.D. (3 YEARS)

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing PhD (3 Years)

The growing complexity of healthcare systems and the expansion of nursing education in Pakistan underscore the national imperative for doctoral-prepared nurses to advance research, strengthen evidence-based practice, inform health policy, and lead educational innovation. The establishment of a PhD programme in Nursing at Ziauddin University Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery (ZUFONAM) represents a strategic contribution to national capacity-building by developing nursing scholars, researchers, and academic leaders equipped to address Pakistan’s evolving healthcare priorities. With its highly qualified faculty possessing international and local expertise, Ziauddin University aspires to become the third private-sector institution in Pakistan to offer doctoral education in nursing.

Mission

To prepare nursing care professionals as educator, researcher, administrator, or clinical specialist with diverse knowledge, leadership skills and ethical awareness, and to provide quality care to the population at all levels of healthcare.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent, with Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN/Post RN BSN) (18 years of education)
Minimum CGPA of 3.00 out of 4.00 scale in a semester system or minimum first division in the annual system in a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent from an HEC-recognised university
Passing University Entrance Test or HEC-ETC GRE/HAT General and relevant Subject Test as per HEC policy for graduate admissions
Passing University’s interview and research synopsis presentation
Valid PNC licence

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

The following documents will be required at the time of the interview.

S.#	Attested Photocopies To Be Submitted	Original Documents To Be Present.
1	Matric Marksheet	Matric Marksheet
2	Matric Certificate	Matric Certificate
3	Intermediate Marksheet (FSc Pre Medical)**	Intermediate Marksheet (FSc Pre Medical)**
4	Intermediate Certificate (FSc Pre Medical)**	Intermediate Certificate (FSc Pre Medical)**
5	General Nursing Diploma Marksheet*	General Nursing Diploma Marksheet*
6	General Nursing Diploma Certificate*	General Nursing Diploma Certificate*
7	Specialisation Marksheet*	Specialisation Marksheet*
8	Specialisation Certificate*	Specialisation Certificate*
9	BSN/Post RN BSN Marksheet	BSN/Post RN BSN Marksheet
10	BSN/Post RN BSN Degree	BSN/Post RN BSN Degree
11	MSN Marksheet	MSN Marksheet
12	MSN Degree	MSN Degree
13	HEC Equivalency Certificate of 18 Years of Education	Domicile
14	Noc from the Employer	* For Post RN Qualified Candidate
15	Proposed Research Project for PhD (Write Up + Presentation
16	Statement of Purpose (Mentioning Motivation for Seeking Admission into PhD Programme)
17	03 Letter of Recommendation (One Form Immediate Supervisor and Two Academic References
18	Valid PNC License	** For BSN Qualified Candidate
19	Domicile
20	CNIC/ B-Form
21	02 Passport Size Photographs
22	Father’s/Guardian’s CNIC

*Subject to increase by ZU Examination Department Note: Any additional taxes imposed by the government will be the liability of the students/parents/guardians. The University reserves the right to increase the fees if required according to the recommendation of the Governing Body.

Batch 04 PhD
Year I
Semester I
Sequence No.	Course Code	Subject	Credit Hours Theory	Credit Hours Clinical/ Skills/ Practical	Contact Hours Theory	Contact Hours Practical	Total Contact Hours	Type	Type	Scheme Category
1	NUQR 111	Advanced Quantitative Research Design & Methods	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Research
2	NUAB 112	Advanced Applied Biostatistics	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Quantitative Reasoning
3	NUSR 113	Systematic Review in Health Sciences	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Research
4	ZUGE 009	Understanding of Holy Quran – I	1	0	16	0	16	GE	Theory	General Education
5	ZUGE 012	Philosophy of Life – I	1	0	16	0	16	GE	Theory	General Education
Year I
Semester II
Sequence No.	Course Code	Subject	Credit Hours Theory	Credit Hours Clinical/ Skills/ Practical	Contact Hours Theory	Contact Hours Practical	Total Contact Hours	Type	Type	Scheme Category
1	NUQR 121	Advanced Qualitative Research Design & Methods	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Research
2	NUPF 122	Advanced Philosophical Foundation of Nursing Science	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Nursing
3	NUMM 123	Mixed Method Research Designs	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Research
4	NUCN 124	Contemporary Issues in Nursing Education	3	0	48	0	48	Core	Theory	Nursing
5	ZUGE 010	Understanding of Holy Quran – II	1	0	16	0	16	GE	Theory	General Education
6	ZUGE 013	Philosophy of Life – II	1	0	16	0	16	GE	Theory	General Education

Graduates of the PhD in Nursing programme at ZUFONAM will be prepared to assume advanced academic, research, clinical leadership, and health policy roles across national and international settings. They will contribute to strengthening nursing education, generating contextually relevant evidence, advancing evidence-informed healthcare practices, and shaping policies responsive to Pakistan’s healthcare priorities. Career opportunities will include academic faculty positions, research leadership, consultancy, healthcare policy development, and leadership roles in hospitals, universities, research institutions, and government health departments. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarly innovation, graduates will strengthen national research capacity, influence nursing practice and education, and contribute to improving patient outcomes and advancing the nursing profession.

By the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:

Advanced Nursing Knowledge: Synthesize advanced nursing knowledge to address complex issues in nursing and healthcare.
Research: Generate new knowledge through rigorous, ethical, and innovative nursing research.
Critical Inquiry: Evaluate complex nursing and healthcare problems using advanced scientific and scholarly inquiry.
Leadership: Lead transformative initiatives that advance nursing practice, education, research, and healthcare systems.
Professional Practice: Apply advanced professional knowledge for safe, ethical, evidence-informed nursing practice.
Communication: Communicate complex scholarly knowledge effectively to diverse academic, professional, and community audience.
Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary and interprofessional stakeholders to address complex healthcare challenges.
Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development in response to emerging advances in nursing and healthcare.

PhD Batch 04
1st Semester
Description	Frequency	Fee/Cr. Hr	# of Cr. Hr	Total Fee
Admission Fee (Non Refundable)	One-Time			237,600
Security Deposit (Refundable)	One-Time			19,800
Tuition Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	57,302	9	515,719
Examination Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	1,980	9	17,820
Enrollment Fee	One Time			19,800
Laboratory Charges	One Time			13,200
Students Fund	One Time			19,800
Total Fees				843,739

Thesis Process Fee (payable in Sem-III)				55,000
Thesis Defense Fee (payable in Sem-VI)				110,000
2nd Semester
Tuition Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	57,302	9	515,719
Examination Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	1,980	9	17,820
Total Fees				533,539

3rd Semester
Tuition Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	57,302	10	573,021
Examination Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	1,980	10	19,800
Total Fees				592,821

4th Semester
Tuition Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	57,302	5	286,510
Examination Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	1,980	5	9,900
Total Fees				296,410

5th Semester
Tuition Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	57,302	5	286,510
Examination Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	1,980	5	9,900
Total Fees				296,410

6th Semester
Tuition Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	57,302	10	573,021
Examination Fee	Per Semester/Per Credit Hour	1,980	10	19,800
Total Fees				592,821

Grand Total				3,320,739

Disclaimer: Any additional taxes imposed by the government will be the liability of the students/parents/guardian. The University reserves the right to increase the fees if required according to the recommendation of the Governing Body. Advance fees to be paid semester-wise. All dues need to be cleared within two weeks of commencement of the academic year. A 2% surcharge per month will be levied on outstanding fees after the due date.

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