Dr. Amina Silva

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Amina Silva is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing at Brock University, focusing on clinical expertise in critical acute care, organ donation, and oncology. Her research program investigates pressing clinical issues such as deceased organ donation and cancer survivorship care, developing practical interventions and simulation-based education to enhance healthcare practices. Dr. Silva employs diverse methodologies, including literature reviews, quantitative and qualitative research, and mixed-methods multi-phase studies, with an emphasis on participatory knowledge translation frameworks. Her significant contributions to the field include over 40 peer-reviewed scientific publications and various awards for her work. She is affiliated with several professional organizations including the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning and the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology. Dr. Silva is currently accepting Master of Nursing Science students interested in organ and tissue donation, educational strategies, and cancer care.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.