Duquesne University

PhD in Health Sciences

Students are equipped with key competencies in both rehabilitation theory and clinical skills, as well as health administration expertise. Internationally-renowned faculty will educate you in the art and science of medicine and health care so you are prepared to provide ethical, holistic, culturally competent, and population-based, collaborative care. Dedicated to excellence and imbued by a sense of purpose, faculty engage in scientific investigation and evidence-based practice, and model spiritual and moral values throughout our research and teaching. We will prepare youto be a leader who is well-equipped to advance your field of study. We value a culture of inclusion and openness for faculty, staff and students, and our community partners in pursuit of teaching/learning, scholarship, research and service locally, nationally and globally.

Our new and innovative 72-credit PhD in Health Sciences program offers courses for international students to complete a program of advanced study with an emphasis in Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Public Health, or Health Care Administration, and related areas. The well-planned educational programs prepare you for careers in academia, research, grant writing, and cutting-edge delivery of clinical services. The PhD program will start in Fall 2021, and will ultimately include cohorts of international students from China, the Middle East and areas within Asia.

With a Ph.D. in Health Sciences, you will be prepared to provide excellent care, conduct research in the realms of rehabilitation and related health fields, work in academia and assume managerial positions within health systems, hospitals, government agencies, public and private research institutes or centers.