PhD in Health and Caring Science

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

North America:

5%

Oceania:

1%

Africa:

1%

Others:

1%

Asia:

2%

Sweden:

80%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

Google

National Health and Medical Research Council

World Health Organization

Amazon

Microsoft

Facebook

Dell

Instagram

Meta

Wipro

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$96,000 / year

Overall Cost

$1,11,000 / year

FAQs

• What kind of training is provided?
  
  The programme includes both compulsory and elective courses in health sciences, research methods, theory of science, and ethics. Students also take part in research seminars, workshops, and professional skills training.
• How does the application process work?
  
  Admission is only through announced and funded PhD positions. Applications are submitted via Dalarna University’s vacancies portal when positions are open.
• What are the admission requirements?
  
  Applicants must have a second-cycle (master’s) qualification in health sciences, caring sciences, nursing, or a closely related discipline, equivalent to at least 240 ECTS credits, with 60 ECTS at the advanced level. Documented research skills are required
• What research areas are offered?
  
  Research covers health and caring sciences, nursing, patient safety, health promotion, healthcare organisation, digital health, ageing, rehabilitation, and caring practices. A management focus is possible in areas related to healthcare leadership and organisation.
• Dalarna University PhD Health and Caring Sciences, Management focus possible
  
  What is the duration of the PhD in Health and Caring Sciences at Dalarna University?