DIPLOMA IN NURSING

Course Description

The Diploma in Nursing programme at UoC is a three-year course (9 semesters) that is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to become a qualified nurse, with eligibility for employment in Malaysia’s healthcare system and beyond. The course offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, ensuring readiness for the nursing profession. Various job opportunities awaits upon completion of the Malaysian Nursing Board exam.
 

Year 1

• Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry I
• Psychology & Sociology
• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Clinical Practice I
• Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry II
• Pharmacology
• Microbiology, Parasitology & Immunology
• Communication, Interpersonal Relationship, Professionalism & Counselling
• Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Clinical Practice II
• Clinical Practice III
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Year 2

• Cardiovascular & Respiratory Nursing
• Gastrointestinal Nursing
• Hemopoietic and Oncology Nursing
• Integumentary and Autoimmune and Communicable
• Disease Nursing
• Clinical Practice IV
• Nervous System and Endocrine Nursing
• Musculoskeletal and Urogenital Nursing
• Opthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology Nursing
• Clinical Practice V
• Clinical Practice VI
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Year 3

• Obstetric & Gynecology and Paediatric Nursing
• Mental Health Nursing
• Ethics and Law
• Clinical Practice VII
• Community Health Nursing
• Management
• Introduction to Entrepreneurship
• English Language for Workplace
• Emergency and Intensive Care Nursing
• Research Methodology
• Clinical Practice VII
• Clinical Practice IX

STUDENT'S REQUIREMENTS: -

SPM

For 2025 and 2026 intake only:

Pass SPM or equivalent with three (3) credits in the following subjects:

• Bahasa Melayu
• Mathematics (Elementary, Additional or Modern)
• Science (Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Sciences/Additional Sciences)

AND pass in 2 other subjects including English.

Assistant Nurse Certificate/ Community Nurse Certificate

Pass SPM. Registered with the MNB. Possesses a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) for nurses from MNB. Minimum three (3) years clinical working experience.

For International Students Only

Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent

Notes

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

* 3 YEARS Student Pass / Visa processing fee RM 4300.00 (Processing Fee RM 1,500.00+ EMGS Fee RM 2,800.00) NB: Fee is paid to EMGS (non-refundable) via University of Cyberjaya

* Passport-size photo (jpeg file, 217pixel X 280pixel, WHITE background – size 3.5cm X 4.5cm)

* Photocopy of passport (ALL pages including blank pages. Passport copy should be clear and printed on single-sided A4 paper).(Please ensure that your passport has a validity of at least 24 months from intake date)

*Certified true copies of all academic qualifications

* EMGS Health declaration form

* English Language Certificate – Proficiency in English is a prerequisite for admission. The minimum accepted English language test scores for the Student Pass application are IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.The accepted English language tests are:

• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English)
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)
• CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
• MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Other Important Documents

• English translations of all documents

* For applicants transferring from other institutions in Malaysia – A copy of Release Letter, including attendance & academic record and visa cancellation letter with an acknowledgement from EMGS/Immigration

* For applicants financed by scholarship/sponsorship/study loan – An original copy of Sponsorship letter

* For applicants graduating from high schools – A photocopy of School Leaving Certificate

* For applicants with names spelt differently in academic transcripts and documents – Statutory Declaration confirming the identity

* For applicants above 23 years old, required by the Malaysian Immigration Dept. -Resume/Character Reference Letter

* For applicants from Sudan – No Objection Certificate (NOC)

* For expatriates residing out of the country of origin – A photocopy of your Resident Pass