| Approval Code | R2/723/4/0127; 11/2024 |
| Accreditation Code | MQA/FA9021 |
| Classification | Diploma |
| Subject Area | Nursing |
| Course Mode | Full-time |
| Course Duration | 3 Years / 6 semesters of Full-time study (26 weeks per semester, no short semester) |
| Course Location | Kuala Lumpur |
| Intakes | January and July |
The Diploma in Nursing is a 3-year (6 semesters) full-time programme. The emphasis of this programme is on the ‘art’ of nursing (caring) for individuals with health problems. The ‘science’ of nursing is integrated throughout the programme to enable the students to understand the rationale of care provided to clients.
Upon successful completion of the programme, the students will be eligible to sit for the Malaysian Nursing Board Examination to be licensed as a Registered Nurse.
The programme has full accreditation status from the Malaysian Qualification Agency. The diploma is recognised by Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) and is accepted by the Nursing Boards of many countries.
Professional Recognition
Assessments
Course work and written examinations.
- Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with (5) credits:
- Mandatory credits in:
- Bahasa Melayu
AND - Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
AND
- General Science
- Biology
- Chemistry and pass in Biology
- Physics and pass in Biology
- Bahasa Melayu
AND
- Credit in two (2) others subjects
AND - Pass in English
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
Minimum 5 Credits:
- Mandatory credits in:
- Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
AND
- Either one (1) of the credit below:
- General Science
- Biology
- Chemistry and pass in Biology
- Physics and pass in Biology
AND
- 3 credits in other subjects
MALAYSIAN STUDENT
Minimum 5 credits:
- Mandatory credits in:
- Bahasa Melayu (SPM)
AND
- Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
AND
- Either one (1) of the credit below:
- General Science
- Biology
- Chemistry and pass in Biology
- Physics and pass in Biology AND
- 2 credits in others subjects
AND
- Pass in English
(Science-based)
HSC / SAM / CPU / Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (Science-based)
- Minimum overall average of 50%; inclusive of minimum 60% in
- Mandatory 60% in:
- Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
AND
- 60% in either one (1) of the below:
- General Science
- Biology
- Chemistry and 50% in Biology
- Physics and 50% in Biology
AND
- 3 other subjects with minimum of 60%
- Minimum 5 C4 (minimum 60%); inclusive of
- Mandatory 60% in:
- Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
AND
- 60% in either one (1) of the below:
- General Science
- Biology
- Chemistry and 50% in Biology
- Physics and 50% in Biology
AND
- 3 other subjects with minimum of 60%
Important Note
- ALL Malaysian students must have credits in Bahasa Melayu at SPM level for admission into Nursing Programmes.
- ALL International students must have English requirements: IELTS Band 5.5; OR TOEFL 550 (Written-based), 215 (Computer-based), 80 (internet-based).
Note / Legend:
Discretion is given to the Head of School to deal with other borderline Academic Requirements.
SPM Passes - 'D' to 'E'
O-Level Credits - 'A' to 'C'
STPM Principals - 'A' to 'C'
A-levels - 'A' to 'E'
This programme prepares graduates for a broad spectrum of first-level practice roles in hospital and community health centres. It fosters a commitment to lifelong learning, critical reflective thinking and professional growth. The diploma is internationally recognised and allows graduates to work in any country, subject to registration requirements.
After three (3) years of work experience, graduates will be able to further develop professionally through the Bachelor of Nursing Programme, which will enable the nurses to pursue other expanded roles and different kinds of career opportunities.
- Introduction to Professional Nursing
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology I
- Therapeutic Communication Skills
- Basic Microbiology in Nursing
- Basic Concepts In Sociology
- Fundamentals of Nursing I
- Extra-curriculur Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
Year 1 (Semester 2)
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology II
- Biochemistry & Physics in Nursing
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing
- Fundamentals of Nursing II
- Psychology in Nursing
- Extra-curriculur Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Fundamentals of Nursing III
- Basic Pharmacology for Nurses
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Nursing
- Haematological and Immunological Nursing
- Nursing and Primary Health Care
- Obstetric and Gynaecological Nursing
Year 2 (Semester 4)
- Community Health Nursing
- Musculoskeletal and Endocrine Nursing
- Dermatological and Oncological Nursing
- CNS and Special Senses Nursing
- Renal, Urological & Gastro-intestinal Nursing
- Entrepreneurship (MPU-U2)
- Care of the Paediatric Client
- Care of an Aged Client
- Mental Health Nursing
- Acute Care Nursing
- Peri-operative Nursing
- Creative Thinking Skills (MPU–U3)
Year 3 (Semester 6)
- Communicable Diseases
- Ward Management
- Introduction to Statistics
- Introduction to Nursing Research
- Clinical Internship
- Malaysian Studies
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.
International Degree Pathway (IDP) via Dip. Nursing
| IDP Programme | Pathway | University | Country | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B Nursing | Diploma (Registered Nurse ) + Final Year | Griffith University | Australia | AUD 28,500 |
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