Ph.D. Program in Health Sciences

The Ph.D. program in Health Sciences is a structured research training program that consists of a self-contained research project with a doctoral dissertation (150 ECTS) and a training component (30 ECTS).

Description of the Study

The program is designed to provide students with advanced research training in health sciences, enabling them to critically evaluate and analyze complex research problems, design and conduct research projects, and communicate research findings effectively.

Job Opportunities

A Ph.D. degree in Health Sciences qualifies students for a range of jobs both within and outside academia, where they can apply their knowledge and skills to develop new research, theories, methods, and interpretations.

Graduation Title

Philosophiae doctor in Health Sciences

Structure of the Study

The program consists of:

• HEL-8900 Ph.D. dissertation in Health Sciences (150 ECTS)
• Training component (30 ECTS)

Training Component

The training component includes:

• Obligatory courses (10 ECTS):
  • HEL-8040 Theory of science, research ethics, and research design (7 ECTS)
  • HEL-8045 Innovation and science communication (3 ECTS)
• Elective courses (20 ECTS):
  • Ph.D. courses from UiT or other institutions
  • Special syllabus (with a detailed course description)
  • Courses taken at a Norwegian or foreign research school
  • Scientific communication and popular scientific presentations

Learning Outcomes

After completing the program, students will have the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

• Critically evaluate and analyze research methods and designs
• Evaluate and analyze the methodological and scientific quality of existing knowledge
• Identify and analyze research needs and innovation in their field
• Recognize and analyze ethical issues in research

Skills

• Critically reflect on and justify the choice of research method
• Design, conduct, and lead a research project at a high international level
• Evaluate and apply different communication channels and methods

General Competence

• Be innovative and creative in their field
• Contribute actively to networks in their field, nationally and internationally
• Communicate and discuss complex research issues

Teaching and Examination

The teaching methods for courses in the training component may include lectures, seminars, and supervision. The language of instruction for Ph.D. courses is Norwegian/Nordic and/or English.

Exchange

The program uses the following arrangements for internationalization:

• English-language instruction and literature
• Incorporation of international conference participation with ECTS in the training component
• International Ph.D. student environment (ToDoS)
• International exchange agreements and cooperation agreements

Study Abroad Opportunities

University of Oulu, Finland

Additional Information

For more information about the program, please refer to the study plan and supplementary regulations for the Ph.D. program in Health Sciences.

Mentor Program

The Ph.D. program in Health Sciences has a mentor program for students.

Contact

For more information, please contact the department.

University of Tromso: A Summary

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Overview:

UiT Norges arktiske universitet (University of Tromso) is a public university located in Tromso, Norway. It is known for its focus on Arctic research and education.