Description of graduate studies
GRADUATE
SCHOOL OF
NURSING
看護学分野
OVERVIEW
Overview
In a very elderly society, there is a shift in healthcare settings, from hospitals to community healthcare and home healthcare. Consequently, the role played by nurses in team medical care is becoming increasingly important. Furthermore, in the areas of advanced specialty care, disaster medicine, international healthcare, and health and welfare, nurses are also responsible for exercising their nursing expertise in cooperation and collaboration with a wide range of other professionals.
Nurses also need to build up a career while also constantly refining their own knowledge and skills. For this reason, nurturing highly talented nurses in a graduate nursing curriculum has never been more necessary. Nurses who explore nursing from a scientific perspective and who have specialized practical clinical skills.
Accordingly, in the field of nursing, the Graduate School of Health Sciences aspires to conduct research that is useful in practice, while making the most of its ties with the Okayama University Hospital and with other hospitals and community facilities. It also aspires to graduate education that enhances expertise based on evidence in nursing, and which nurtures researchers, educators and practitioners (certified nurse specialists in cancer nursing, midwives) who provide better quality nursing and build better quality nursing systems.
The departments belonging to the Nursing are as follows.
Department of Fundamental Nursing
This area mainly conducts research related to basic nursing science, health economics, infection control, and medical ethics.
Department of Child and Women’s Health Nursing
This area conducts research related to pediatric nursing, maternal and child health, maternal nursing, midwifery, and reproductive health care.
Department of Adult care Nursing (Acute or Chronic)
This area mainly conducts research related to adult nursing, chronic nursing, critical care nursing, oncology nursing, and perioperative nursing.
Department of Community Health
This area mainly conducts research related to home health nursing, gerontological nursing, psychiatric nursing, and public health nursing.
Please refer to the "Research Map" in the faculty list for more information on faculty members in each area.
COURSE
Course
Master's Program (Nursing Research Course)
In this super-aging society, we aim to develop human resources with scientific knowledge and advanced research skills who can be active on an interdisciplinary and international level, and who have a multidisciplinary view of health and who are able to work with people facing various health issues, based on a multidisciplinary perspective of health, in response to social trends such as disasters, emerging infectious diseases, health disparities, and the increasing number of people with complex health problems. The program also trains individuals who are well versed in policy advocacy and policy analysis.
Doctoral Program (Advanced Nursing Research Course)
Nursing science is an academic discipline that is concerned with people's health and the environment, and scientifically explores nursing practice that integrates cure and care in order to realize the best possible health and life for people. This course aims to nurture nursing educators and researchers who will play leading roles in nursing practice, education, and research, and to develop individuals with creativity and a rich research mindset in nursing and the ability to conduct independent research activities.
INTERVIEW
Interview
O-NECUS program
Research student
Why did you choose this program?
I always dreamed of studying abroad, but I thought I wouldn't have the chance until I was 30 years old due to the high cost of living. However, my classmate told me about the O-NECUS program, which I found interesting. Japan has always fascinated me, and I believe Okayama University is an excellent institution. O-NECUS is a pre-doctoral program that offers me the opportunity to pursue a PhD at Okayama University. Overall, I am excited to participate in this program, which will enable me to experience Japan and pursue my academic goals.
What is your impression of Okayama University? What do you want to learn at Okayama University?
Okayama University is a highly esteemed academic institution in Japan, known for its academic excellence and research contributions. During my time here, I have been struck by the natural beauty of the campus, with its abundance of plants and a vast field adjacent to the dormitory. The lush green rice paddies are ready for harvest, which is a spectacular sight to behold. The dormitory itself provides a comfortable and welcoming living environment. The faculty members here are highly dedicated and supportive, and they always provide guidance and assistance whenever we need help. The university also organizes a variety of extracurricular activities, which has allowed me to make new friends from different countries.
My primary goal is to learn Japanese at Okayama University so that I can communicate effectively with Japanese speakers. Moreover, I am keen to explore the similarities and differences in nursing programs and research between Japan and my home country. I am also interested in writing an English paper on this topic.
How do you like living in Okayama so far?
As I mentioned earlier, the campus is stunning, the dormitory environment is exceptional, and both teachers and students are friendly. Living here is great; I have my own living space where I can do things that I enjoy. Recently, I've been learning how to cook and building some good habits. However, I sometimes feel lonely because, during weekdays, everyone is studying on their own. Currently, I have Japanese classes almost every day, and there will be nursing-related courses coming up soon. Once I get busy, I am hopeful that it will be better.