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Program of Study

The curriculum provides a foundation in nursing theory development, research, issues, and role development. Specialization in a research area and role development is achieved through an individualized program of study developed with a faculty advisor. This program incorporates career goals and theory and methods of the selected research area. Study in related subjects may be included.

Sample Program of Study Plans for the PhD Program
MS-PhD Sample Program of Study prior to Fall 2008	BS-PhD Sample Program of Study Prior to Fall 2008	MS-PhD Sample Program of Study beginning Fall 2008	BS-PhD Sample Program of Study beginning Fall 2008	Geriatric Nursing Specialty Cohort Sample Program of Study

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For faculty consultation on the program of study or your research career contact:

Melissa Pederson, M.Ed.
PhD Program Manager
Melissa.pederson@nurs.utah.edu
(801) 585-1671

or

Lauren Clark, RN, PhD, FAAN
Professor and PhD Program Director
Lauren.clark@nurs.utah.edu
(801) 581-8576

Revised: 01.07.2008