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Diploma in Nursing

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Sunway University's Diploma in Nursing is a three-year programme designed to develop skilled nursing professionals through a combination of theoretical education and practical assessments. Graduates receive a diploma and may qualify for sponsorships and employment opportunities, with pathways for further education.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
3 - 3 years full-time
Course Code
R3/723/4/0055)(02/28)
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Jul, Oct
Domestic Fees
$18,850 per year
International Fees
$4,689 per year

About this course

Overview

Sunway University's Diploma in Nursing is a comprehensive three-year programme designed to nurture students into competent, compassionate, and skilled nursing professionals. Integrating both conventional education and modern technological advancements, the programme equips students with strong foundational knowledge in nursing sciences, anatomy and physiology, communication, counselling, and clinical care.

The curriculum emphasizes holistic patient care, preparing students to deliver safe and quality nursing interventions across various healthcare settings. Students will develop essential clinical skills in caring, nurturing, and counselling, while also gaining the ability to make informed decisions from a healthcare perspective.

The programme combines theory with extensive practical assessments conducted each semester to ensure clinical competence and academic excellence. Upon successful completion, graduates will receive the Sunway University Diploma in Nursing and the Nursing Board of Malaysia Registration Certificate, provided they pass the licensure examination.

Furthermore, students enrolled in this programme may be eligible for exclusive sponsorships from Sunway Medical Centre, offering financial support and guaranteed employment upon graduation making this programme an ideal pathway for aspiring registered nurses.

The structured academic and clinical progression also allows for further educational advancement, such as Post-Basic Specialisation, Bachelor's Degrees in Nursing, and Postgraduate Nursing Education.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

For Malaysian Candidates:

  • Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with five (5) credits:
  • Mandatory credit in:
    1. Bahasa Melayu
    2. English
    3. Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
  • Either one(1) of the credit below:
    1. Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science
  • AND
    1. Credit in one(1) other subjects

For International Candidates:

  • Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with five (5) subjects (minimum Gred C):
  • Credit in mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern)
  • AND
  • Either one (1) of the credits below:
    1. Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science
  • AND
  • Credit in three (3) other subjects
  • AND
    1. A pass in International English Language Testing System(IELTS) with an overall band score of minimum 5.5
    2. OR
    3. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
      1. TOEFL Paper Based Test (TOEFL PBT) a minimum score of 515
      2. TOEFL Computer Based Test (TOEFL CBT)a minimum score of 215
      3. TOEFL Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT) a minimum score of 80
      4. Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
      5. Cambridge Proficiency English (CPE)
      6. Pearson Test of English (PTE)

Candidates Health Status:

  • All candidates MUST be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner within ONE MONTH from commencement of the nursing programme.
  • A person with any of the following shall be disqualified from entry into a nursing program.
    1. Serious physical or mental illness, and/or
    2. Serious communicable disease
  • Candidates MUST not have any physicals disabilities or impaired senses that hinder nursing dexterity.

Other Qualifications

  • Any other equivalent qualifications*
  • Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis

*EQUIVALENT - refers to the overseas academic qualification obtained that is equivalent to SPM as approved by MQA

Specific Requirement

  • For International Students - able to converse in Bahasa Melayu

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS or equivalent 5.5
  • TOEFL 515 (paper based); 215 (computer based); 80 (Internet based)
  • SPM English Credit
  • Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
  • Cambridge Proficiency English (CPE)
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE)

Candidates Health Status

  • Applicants are required to attend an interview session and pass a medical check-up

What you will learn

Overview

Sunway University's Diploma in Nursing is a comprehensive three-year programme designed to nurture students into competent, compassionate, and skilled nursing professionals. Integrating both conventional education and modern technological advancements, the programme equips students with strong foundational knowledge in nursing sciences, anatomy and physiology, communication, counselling, and clinical care.

The curriculum emphasizes holistic patient care, preparing students to deliver safe and quality nursing interventions across various healthcare settings. Students will develop essential clinical skills in caring, nurturing, and counselling, while also gaining the ability to make informed decisions from a healthcare perspective.

The programme combines theory with extensive practical assessments conducted each semester to ensure clinical competence and academic excellence. Upon successful completion, graduates will receive the Sunway University Diploma in Nursing and the Nursing Board of Malaysia Registration Certificate, provided they pass the licensure examination.

Furthermore, students enrolled in this programme may be eligible for exclusive sponsorships from Sunway Medical Centre, offering financial support and guaranteed employment upon graduation making this programme an ideal pathway for aspiring registered nurses.

The structured academic and clinical progression also allows for further educational advancement, such as Post-Basic Specialisation, Bachelor's Degrees in Nursing, and Postgraduate Nursing Education.

Career pathways

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical instructor
  • Nursing Manager
  • Specialised nurse
  • Nursing educators
  • Midwife
  • Paediatric and Coronary Care

Course structure

Programme StructureYear 1
  • Anatomy and Physiology I
  • Anatomy and Physiology II
  • Communication and Counselling in Nursing
  • Microbiology & Parasitology
  • Pharmacology
  • Principle and Practice in Nursing I
  • Principle and Practice in Nursing II
  • Professional Practice I
  • Professional Practice II
  • Psychology and Sociology
  • Surgical Nursing
Year 2
  • Basic Communication Skills for Nurses
  • Cardiovascular Nursing
  • Communicable Disease Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing I
  • Dermatological & Gerontology Nursing
  • Gastrointestinal Nursing
  • Haemopoietic and Oncology Nursing
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing
  • Orthopedic Nursing
  • Paediatric Nursing
  • Professional Practice III
  • Professional Practice IV
  • Respiratory Nursing
  • Urology Nursing
Year 3
  • Community Health Nursing II
  • Emergency & Critical Care
  • Endocrine Nursing
  • Law and Ethics in Nursing
  • Management & Leadership in Nursing
  • Neurological Nursing
  • Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology Nursing
  • Professional Practice V
  • Professional Practice VI
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Research Methodology
  • Communicable Disease Nursing
Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjectsFor International Students
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Malay Language for Communication 1
  • Moral Education / Islamic Studies
For Local Students
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Moral Education / Islamic Studies

How to apply

Send your application to:

Nitiakaliyani Balasubramaniam Programme Leader - Diploma in Nursing

Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences Sunway University

Email: nitiab@sunway.edu.my

Phone Number: 03-74918622 Ext 7427