Diploma in Nursing

UCSI University

Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Jul

Tuition Fees

RM53,410

Course Highlights

  • Gain a strong foundation in basic sciences and nursing theories, and acquire solid skills in treating, rehabilitating and educating patients, their families and communities
  • This programme has to-date achieved a 100% passing rate for the Malaysian Nursing Board examinations
  • Accredited by the Malaysian Nursing Board (LJM)
  • Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Course Structure

  • Therapeutic Communication Skills
  • Basic Anatomy and Physiology I
  • Introduction to Professional Nursing
  • Basic Microbiology in Nursing
  • Fundamentals of Nursing I
  • Nursing Practicum I
  • Basic Anatomy and Physiology II
  • Basic Pharmacology for Nurses
  • Fundamentals of Nursing II
  • Medical Surgical Nursing I
  • ​Nursing Practicum II
  • ​MPU-U4 Extra-Curriculum Learning Experience
  • Sociology and Psychology in Nursing
  • Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing
  • Medical Surgical Nursing II
  • Obstetric and Gynaecological Nursing
  • Nursing Practicum III
  • Care of the Paediatric Client
  • MPU-U1-Pengajian Malaysia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Community & Gerontological Nursing
  • Medical Surgical Nursing III
  • Nursing Practicum IV
  • Option for MPU-U2 Course *
  • MPU-U4 Extra-curriculum Learning Experience
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Acute Care Nursing
  • Introduction to Nursing Research & Statistics
  • Nursing Practicum V
  • MPU–U3- Creative Thinking Skills
  • Ward Management
  • Nursing Practicum VI

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

U1

  • For Malaysian students:
  1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
    (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
  • For foreign students:
  1. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
    (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)

Entry Requirements

For Malaysian Candidates
Possess a Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) certificate with:

  • Minimum 3 credits in Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and Science subjects
  • Pass English subject and 1 other subject

OR

  • Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
  • Possess Assistant Nurse Certificate / Community Nurse Certificate.
  • Registered with the MNB.
  • Possess current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) for nurses from MNB.
  • Minimum three (3) years of clinical working experience.

For International Candidates
Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or *equivalent with five (5) subjects (minimum Grade C):

  • Credit in Mathematics (Elementary, Additional or Modern Mathematics)

AND

  • Either one (1) credit in the following subjects: Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/ Applied Science

AND

  • Credit in three (3) other subjects.

AND

  • A Pass in International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum Overall Band Score of 5.5.

OR

  • O-Level: 5 credits with mandatory credits in Science, Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics and a pass in Biology.
  • Malaysian students must possess a credit in Bahasa Melayu.

OR

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
  • TOEFL Paper-Based Test (TOEFL PBT) requires a minimum score of 515.
  • TOEFL Computer-Based Test (TOEFL CBT) requires a minimum score of 215.
  • TOEFL Internet-Based Test (TOEFL IBT) requires a minimum score of 80.
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE)

For Local Students:

  • ALL Malaysian students must have credits in Bahasa Melayu at SPM level for admission into Nursing Programmes.
  • English language competency requirements are as follows:
    • Minimum grade of B+ in SPM English language OR
    • Minimum grade of C in SPM English language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE OR
    • Minimum grade of A2 in UEC English language OR
    • Minimum Band 3 in MUET.
  • In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.

For International Students:

  • ALL International students must have English requirements: IELTS Band 5.5; OR TOEFL 515 (Written-based), 215 (Computer-based), 80 (internet-based).

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM400

RM200

  • PROMO

Tuition fees

RM53,410

Other miscellaneous fees

RM7,265

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM60,575

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