The Diploma in Nursing offers students a comprehensive introduction to nursing as a professional discipline, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required for a rewarding career in diverse healthcare settings. This three-year, full-time programme combines theoretical learning with extensive hands-on clinical training to prepare students to become competent, registered nurses with professional accreditation from the Malaysian Nursing Board. Upon graduation, students are equipped to provide patient-focused care, work in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare environments, and apply critical thinking to support holistic health outcomes.

Full-time – 3 years

CAREER PROSPECTS

Registered Nurse | Community Health Nurse | Clinical Nurse | Paediatric Nurse | Geriatric Nurse | Psychiatric Nurse | Surgical/ICU Nurse | Nursing Educator | Healthcare Administrator | Public Health Officer

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PROGRAMME CONTENT

Year 1

  • Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2
  • Microbiology, Immunology & Parasitology
  • Communication and Counselling
  • Psychology and Sociology
  • Principle and Practice of Nursing 1
  • Principle and Practice of Nursing 2
  • Pharmacology in Nursing
  • Medical Surgical Nursing 1
  • Clinical Nursing Practice 1
  • Clinical Nursing Practice 2

Year 2

  • Medical Surgical Nursing 2
  • Medical Surgical Nursing 3
  • Medical Surgical Nursing 4
  • Medical Surgical Nursing 5
  • Musculoskeletal Nursing
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nursing
  • Clinical Nursing Practice 3
  • Clinical Nursing Practice 4

Year 3

  • Paediatric Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology Nursing
  • Mental Health Nursing & Gerontology
  • Personal and Professional Development, Law and Ethics in Nursing
  • Management and Leadership
  • Accident and Disaster Nursing, Intensive Care, Peri-operative & IV therapy
  • Clinical nursing Practice 5
  • Clinical nursing Practice 6
  • Research Methodology and Statistics