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Post-Basic Critical Care Nursing

Intakes
February and August
Course Duration
6 months
Course Location
Springhill
Course Mode
Full time
Approval Code
N/0913/2/0014; 05/29
Accreditation Code
MQA /PA 15522


Overview

The Post-Basic Critical Care programme prepares you for high-pressure critical care environments. It equips you with the skills and know-how to make the crucial interventions that save lives. The curriculum focuses on critical thinking, evidence-based practices and patient-centred care. Graduates will be skilled in delivering effective critical care aligned with industry standards....

This programme is designed to meet the requirements set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Ministry of Nursing Board Malaysia.

Students will learn to manage single and multi-organ system dysfunctions, restore physiological and psychological stability and make quick, informed decisions in critical situations.

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Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

Malaysian Candidates
  1. Possess Diploma/Bachelor in Nursing from a recognised institute by MQA, and
  2. registered with the MNB, and
  3. possess current PC/RON for nurses from MNB, and
  4. minimum twenty-four (24) months clinical working experience.
International Candidates
  1. Possess Diploma/Bachelor in Nursing from a recognised institution by accreditation body country of origin, and
  2. Registered with the Nursing Council of the country of origin, and
  3. Possess current TPC from MNB before clinical placement, and
  4. Minimum twenty-four (24) months clinical working experience

English Language Requirements

For International Candidates:
MUET
Band 3
IELTS Academic
Band 5.5
TOEFL
453 (PBT) / 133 (CBT) / 46 (iBT)
TOEFL Essentials (Online)
8
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic/PTE Online)
51
Cambridge English Qualifications and Test: A2 Key (KET)
160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Test: B1 Preliminary (PET)
160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Test B2 First (FCE)
160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Test C1 Advanced (CAE)
160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Test: C2 Proficiency (CPE)
160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Test: Linguaskill
160
Cambridge Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional/Online)
200
ELS Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP Level)
108

Courses Offered

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Fundamental Aspects in Critical Care 
  • Respiratory Alterations
  • Cardiovascular Alterations
  • Neurological Alterations
  • Renal and Metabolic Alterations
  • Gastrointestinal and Haematological Disorder
  • Clinical Practice

Career Opportunities

  • Preceptor
  • Assistant nurse manager or duty supervisor
  • Clinical instructor
  • Critical care nurse manager
  • Post-basic critical care nurse lecturer

Fees

Local Students

Approximate Total Fees:

RM 15,305

International Students

Approximate Total Fees:

RM 28,254

Note:

  • This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
  • In accordance with the Malaysian government tax regulation, effective 1st July 2025, a 6% service tax will be imposed on non-Malaysian citizens.

All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.

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