Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Barcelona offers a Doctoral Program in Nursing and Health, which aims to promote the training of new researchers to enhance the quality of research in health care and prepare them for future employment in universities, health centers, and institutions.

Objectives and Competencies

The program's objectives include acquiring analysis, problem detection, and decision-making skills in research, leadership, and management of nursing and health care. The competencies gained through this program include understanding a field of study, mastering research methods, contributing to the expansion of knowledge, and communicating with the academic and scientific community.

Access and Admission

To access the program, applicants must have a bachelor's degree, a master's degree, or equivalent, with a minimum of 300 ECTS credits. The admission process involves evaluating the applicant's academic record, curriculum, and a brief project proposal. The selection criteria prioritize the applicant's academic record, experience, and language skills.

Research Areas

The program offers five research areas:

• Bioethics, Health Education, and Professional Ethics
• Biomedicine, Epidemiology, and Advanced Clinical Practice
• Dimensions of Care: Gender, Family, and Society
• Nursing in Mental Health and Addictions: Analysis and Measurement Instruments
• Training of Health Professionals and Management of Sanitary Processes

Professorship

The program has a team of professors from the University of Barcelona and the Rovira i Virgili University, with expertise in various fields related to nursing and health care.

Research Plan and Monitoring

The program includes a research plan and monitoring system to ensure students' progress and achievement of their research objectives.

Training Activities

The program offers various training activities to enhance students' research skills and knowledge.

Thesis

The program culminates in the completion of a doctoral thesis, which is published in the TDX database.

Professional Outcomes

The program prepares students for careers in academia, health care, and research institutions, with a focus on leadership, management, and research in nursing and health care.

Contact

For more information, please contact the program coordinator.