Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Nursing

JPT/BPP(R2/723/6/0100)08/25, (MQA/FA8454)

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Introduction

Being a nurse can be an exciting career option for both men and women. This programme will equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the areas of health, behavioural and nursing sciences as well as focusing on management and leadership skills. Teaching will be conducted through lectures, laboratory classes and hands- on practical sessions at both public and private healthcare institutions. Upon the completion of this programme, you will find yourself well-prepared for a professional career in nursing and management. You may proceed to pursue the MBA in Healthcare Leadership with our partner, Cleary University, USA.

Intake Periods

Jan

Jul

Entry Requirements

STPM or equivalent	CGPA 2.50
UEC	5Bs Mandatory credit in: Bahasa Melayu Mathematics Any of the following science subjects: General Science OR Biology OR Chemistry OR Physics OR Applied Science AND Credit in two (2) other subjects AND Pass English
A-Level	3Cs
Foundation/Diploma	CGPA 2.50
AND SPM/O-Level or equivalent:	Credits in Mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern) Bahasa Melayu (Malaysian Student Only) Any of the following science subjects: General Science OR Biology OR Chemistry OR Physics OR Applied Science
And	Pass English

English Language Requirements

(for local and international students)*

IELTS	5.5
TOEFL	515 (PBT) / 215 (CBT) / 80 (iBT)
MUET	Band 3
And	Credit in English SPM (Malaysian Student Only)

*International students with qualifications from educational systems where English language is the main medium of instruction are exempted from this requirement.

International students who do not full the English Language Requirements may join the Intensive English Programme at Nilai University which builds their skills in the language and prepares them for the TOEFL examination.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

All offers are subject to the student being certified by a medical practitioner as fitto be accepted into the programme within a month from commencement of the nursing programme and not having any of the following medical/physical conditions:

EPILEPSY
HEPATITIS B & C
TUBERCULOSIS (TB)
HIV & AIDS
MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS
PHYSICAL OR IMPAIRED SENSES THAT HINDER DEXTERITY
COLOUR BLINDNESS

Programme Module

FOUNDATIONAL

Contemporary Nursing Practice

CORE

Basic Medical Science

Anatomy and Physiology I
Introduction to Pathophysiology
Pharmacology and Nutrition
Anatomy and Physiology II; Microbiology; Parasitology
Health Assessment

Behavioural Science

General Sociology
General Psychology
Communication Skills
Facilitating Professional Growth

Research and Statistics

Research Project I : Theoretical Perspectives of Research
Introduction to Statistics
Evidence-Based Practice

Nursing Science

Holistic Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing I- Fundamental Principles; Communicable and Autoimmune Diseases
Medical-Surgical Nursing II- Haematology and Skin Disorders
Medical-Surgical Nursing III- Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Disorders
Medical-Surgical Nursing IV- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Disorders
Medical-Surgical Nursing V- Reproductive and Urogenital Disorders
Medical-Surgical Nursing VI- Obstetric and Paediatric Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing VII- Musculoskeletal, Special Senses and Nervous System Disorders
Medical-Surgical Nursing VIII- Critical Care, Emergency and Disaster Nursing
Community Health Nursing and Gerontology
Mental Health Nursing
Health Promotion
Management, Clinical Leadership and Governance