The MPhil Nursing Programme at KAAF University is designed to develop advanced nursing scholars, leaders, and practitioners with strong analytical, research, and critical inquiry competencies. It prepares graduates to influence clinical practice, nursing education, and health policy through evidence‑based decision‑making, scholarly inquiry, and leadership within healthcare systems.
Through rigorous academic training and advanced research engagement, the programme equips nurses with the expertise required to function as researchers, educators, and advanced practitioners capable of generating and applying evidence to improve patient and population health outcomes. Graduates are prepared to contribute meaningfully to organisational and system‑level decision‑making, shaping the future of nursing practice and healthcare delivery in Ghana and the global health community.
Purpose and Vision of the Programme
The MPhil Nursing programme aims to:
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Build advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in nursing, clinical care, and health systems.
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Strengthen research competence for evidence generation, analysis, and application in nursing practice.
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Develop critical inquiry skills to evaluate and improve clinical care, nursing education, and health policy.
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Prepare graduates to lead in academic, clinical, and policy environments, influencing standards of care and professional development.
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Enhance the capacity of nurses to contribute to patient safety, quality improvement, and population health outcomes.
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Position graduates to participate in strategic planning, leadership, and decision‑making within healthcare organisations.
Graduate Preparedness
Upon completion, graduates will be able to:
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Function as nurse researchers, conducting high‑quality studies that inform clinical practice, nursing education, and health policy.
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Serve as nursing educators, contributing to curriculum development, teaching, and academic leadership.
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Operate as advanced practitioners, applying evidence‑based interventions to improve patient and population health outcomes.
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Lead scholarly inquiry and contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge and professional practice.
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Participate effectively in organisational and system‑level decision‑making, influencing healthcare delivery and policy.
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Engage in national and global health initiatives, contributing to the development of nursing and healthcare systems.
