Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)

UCSI University is the first private institution to receive full accreditation for its nursing degree programme, reflecting its pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence. The innovative curriculum is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to make meaningful contributions to the healthcare industry. The Nursing degree emphasizes basic sciences, theoretical and clinical modules, and fosters competency-based learning through guided inquiry, reflection, and critical thinking. With a strong focus on nursing theories and evidence-based practices, students are trained to deliver safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care.

Recognised by the Malaysian Nursing Board (MNB) and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), the programme boasts a 100% passing rate for the Malaysian Nursing Board examinations.

For Malaysian Candidates:

Any one of these:

• STPM / Equivalent: Minimum CGPA 2.5

• A-Level: Minimum Grade C in three (3) subjects

• Matriculation / Foundation: Minimum CGPA 2.5

• Diploma (Non-Nursing): Minimum CGPA 2.5 (No credit transfer)

• Diploma in Nursing: Recognized by MNB, with at least 2 years of clinical experience (Credit transfer allowed)

Note:  Credit in Science (General Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science) at SPM or equivalent and Credit in Mathematics (Elementary, Additional, or Modern) at SPM or equivalent is required.

AND

• English Language:

  • MUET: Minimum Band 3

  • IELTS: Minimum 5.5

  • TOEFL: Minimum 515 (PBT) / 215 (CBT) / 80 (IBT)

• Credit in Bahasa Melayu at SPM level

For International Candidates:

Any one of these:

• STPM / Equivalent: Minimum CGPA 2.5

• A-Level: Minimum Grade C in three (3) subjects

• Foundation: Minimum CGPA 2.5

• Diploma (Non-Nursing): Minimum CGPA 2.5 (No credit transfer)

• Diploma in Nursing: Registered with the Nursing Council of the country of origin + Minimum 2 years of clinical experience (Credit transfer allowed)

Note: Credit (Grade C) in Science (General Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science) at SPM or equivalent and Credit in Mathematics (Elementary, Additional, or Modern) at SPM or equivalent is required.

AND

• English Proficiency:

  • IELTS: Minimum 5.5

  • TOEFL: Minimum 515 (PBT) / 215 (CBT) / 80 (IBT)

  • CAE, CPE, or PTE (Equivalent to IELTS 5.5)

Year 1

• Nursing Fundamentals
• Microbiology
• Anatomy & Physiology I
• Professional Nursing
• Communication
• Clinical Practicum I
• MPU-U4 Extra-Curriculum Learning Experience
• Anatomy and Physiology II
• Care of Adult Client I
• Pharmacology
• Clinical Nursing Therapeutics
• Clinical Practicum II

Year 2

• Sociology
• Law and Ethics
• Psychology
• Care of Adult Client II
• Clinical Practicum III
• MPU-U1Hubungan Etnik / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3
• MPU-U4 Extra-Curriculum Learning Experience
• Family/Community Health
• Nursing Care of Mother and Child
• Primary Health Care
• Care of Adult Client III
• Clinical Practicum IV
• MPU-U1TITAS/ Malaysian studies

Year 3

• Paediatric Nursing
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Critical Care Nursing
• Gerontological Nursing
• Clinical Practicum V
• MPU-U4- Extra-Curriculum Learning Experience
• Management in Nursing
• Nursing Research and Statistics
• Clinical Practicum VI
• MPU-U2 University Life
• MPU-U3-Experiential Tourism/MPU-U3-Malaysian Ethnic Food

Year 4

• Nursing Models and Theories
• Evidence-Based Nursing
• Clinical Practicum VII
• Clinical Practicum VIII
• Research Project
• Internship
• Clinical Practicum IX

General Courses (MPU)

For Malaysian students:

1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
   (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
2. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
   (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

For Foreign students:

1. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
2. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
   (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)