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    "Consistently good healthcare which continually improves is our aim."

    30-04-03 Clinical Doctorate at Stirling University

    A doctoral programme designed for nurses and midwives who wish to remain in clinical practice, while making a significant contribution to the improvement of patient care commencing October 2003

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    A doctoral programme designed for nurses and midwives who wish to remain in clinical practice, while making a significant contribution to the improvement of patient care commencing October 2003*

    The ideal qualification for

    • Nurse/midwife consultants
    • Those who intend to apply, eventually, for consultant posts
    • Experienced clinical nurse specialists
    • Senior nurses and midwives who retain a clinical focus

    The only programme of its kind in Scotland

    Integrating practical experience, research and project management to enhance clinical effectiveness

    Developing a full range of research-related roles: appraising, using, implementing, managing, supervising, designing, commissioning

    From 4 to 6 years, part-time

    Three taught modules in the first two years, consisting of two 3-day blocks (and six weeks of independent study) for each module

    Assessment mainly by course work… with one practice-based examination

    In the fourth module, assessment is based on observation of expert clinical practice

    Dissertation module, supervised by an active researcher

    PGDip and MSc exit points also available.

    Supported by regular face-to-face contact, video conferencing, email and internet facilities

    For further information, and to arrange an informal chat with one of the Course Team, please contact:
    Karen Graham, Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Stirling, FK9 4LA, Telephone: 01786 466341, Email: Karen Graham

    * Subject to the minimum number of students being recruited