9 PhD programmes offered by the university

The doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing Science program at the University of Delaware prepares researchers and academic faculty for positions in college, university and healthcare settings.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) program at the University of Delaware prepares graduates to perform at the highest level of advanced nursing practice.

The PhD in Health Behavior Science and Promotion (HBSP) at the University of Delaware provides the highest degree for health promotion and behavioral science professionals, preparing graduates for research careers in many settings, including academia, non-governmental organizations (business and non-profit), allied health fields, and public service at all levels of national government.

The mission of the Applied Physiology Ph.D. program at the University of Delaware is to provide advanced training to students in the field of applied physiology with the goal of preparing students for research-based careers.

The Ph.D. program in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSCD) at the University of Delaware is the first doctoral program in CSCD in the state of Delaware.

The Physical Therapy Department at the University of Delaware provides academic and clinical training commensurate with the Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.

The mission of the Interdisciplinary Program in Biomechanics and Movement Science (BIOMS) at the University of Delaware is to advance the understanding of complex human systems through the interaction of experts who cross traditional divisions of academic study.

The Ph.D. in Epidemiology at the University of Delaware provides students with advanced training in epidemiological methods and prepares them for careers in research, teaching and applied public health.

The Nutrition Science PhD curriculum at the University of Delaware provides students with the graduate-level training required to become effective scientific practitioners with the capacity to conduct independent research in nutrition and health-related outcomes, in both applied and academic settings.