Diploma in Nursing

Program Learning Outcomes

Overview

This course introduces the student to nursing as a professional discipline. It provides the student with knowledge and skills for an exciting career in a variety of nursing roles in various health care institutions. Students spend 3 years full time studying with practical experience in various disciplines at several government hospitals and health clinics in Perak. During this period they will be equipped with relevant exposure and experience for an exciting career in a variety of nursing roles and health care settings. Students in this programme are taught at UniKL RCMP in Ipoh. Besides that they are also exposed to the clinical teaching and attachments in the Ipoh Hospital and in Teluk Intan Hospital. In addition, they are also attached to many clinics and health centres in the District of Hilir Perak.

UniKL RCMP students are also encouraged to be involved in organised field work e.g. at the Orang Asli Settlement. With these structures and organised approaches in the teaching of the nursing students, they will be more prepared to offer health care services to the community. Upon successful completion of the programme, a Diploma will be awarded by the University which is recognized by the Nursing Board of Malaysia. This course of study has attained the official recognition and the academic qualification being conferred is in compliance with the standard and quality set by MQA.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1
Possess knowledge, cognitive skills and practical skills in contributing to the human capital in the health care industry.
PEO 2
Portray leadership, interpersonal and communication skills to support their role in the nursing profession.
PEO 3
Committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement using digital and numeracy skills.
PEO 4
Practice ethics and professionalism in provision of nursing care.
PEO 5
Demonstrate capability of embarking on entrepreneurial activities.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO 1: Knowledge and understanding
Demonstrate systematic comprehension of nursing theoretical knowledge in nursing profession.
PLO 2: Cognitive Skill
Apply nursing concept and theory in provision of care to the individual, family and community.
PLO 3: Practical skills
Demonstrate skilled nursing care using nursing process.
PLO 4: Interpersonal skills
Demonstrate teamwork and understanding of the societal needs in advocating for their health.
PLO 5: Communication skills
Practice communication skills in a multi-disciplinary healthcare team and in the community.
PLO 6: Digital skills
Apply digital application to support lifelong learning in nursing practice.
PLO 7: Numeracy skills
Demonstrate skills in interpreting numerical and graphical/visual data to support lifelong learning in nursing practice.
PLO 8: Leadership, autonomy and responsibility
Practice leadership skills to improve quality nursing care to maintain competency among healthcare team.
PLO 9: Personal and entrepreneurial skills
Demonstrate personal and entrepreneurial skills in nursing practice.
PLO 10: Ethics and professionalism
Demonstrate ethics and professionalism in nursing practice.

Programme Structure

Semester 1

Basic Anatomy & Physiology I
Microbiology And Parasitology
Psychology In Nursing
Principles Of Nursing
Practice Of Nursing
Clinical Practice 1
Co-Curriculum

Semester 2

Basic Anatomy & Physiology 2
Basic Pharmacology
Therapeutic Communication, Grief and Bereavement
Fluid And Electrolytes & Haemopoietic System
Dermatology Nursing
Perioperative Care
Clinical Practice 2
Competency English

Semester 3

Sociology In Nursing
Alimentary & Endocrine Nursing
Respiratory & Cardiovascular Nursing
Genitourinary Nursing
Clinical Practice 3
Foreign Language Courses 1
Communication English 1

Semester 4

Counselling, Health Promotion & Education
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing
Community Health Nursing
Clinical Practice 4
Introduction To Entrepreneurship
Foreign Language Courses 2
Communication English 2

Semester 5

Mental Health & Gerontology Nursing
Clinical Practice 5
Musculoskeletal & Neuroscience Nursing
Clinical Practice 6
Introduction to Nursing Research
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International Students Only) / Penghayatan Etika Dan Peradaban
Kursus Integriti Dan Anti-Rasuah 1 (KIAR)

Semester 6

Management In Nursing
Clinical Practice 7
Otorhinolaryngology And Eye Nursing
Emergency & Disaster Nursing
Clinical Practice 8
Amalan Islam Di Malaysia / Religious Practices / Interpersonal Skills
Bahasa Kebangsaan (A)

Career Information

Staff
Nurse
Sister
Matron

Entry Requirements

Malaysian Students

Pass in SPM or its equivalent with pass in Bahasa Melayu and English and five (5) credits in the following subjects: Mathematics, one (1) Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Science/Applied Science) and any other three (3) subjects including Bahasa Melayu and/or English; OR
Certificate related to Health Sciences with minimum CGPA 2.75.

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Tuition Fee:

Malaysian Students:
RM 5,800.00 (Per Semester)
RM 34,800.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

International Students:
RM 8,600.00 (Per Semester)
RM 51,600.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

* Fees shown are the tuition fees only
** Fees shown are not inclusive of visa processing fee (international students)
*** Fees and charges are subject to Malaysian Sales and Service Tax (SST) at the prevailing rate of 6%. SST implementation.
**** Fees shown are correct at time of publication and subject to change without prior notice.

Demonstrate an understanding of how communication shapes patterns of social interaction, the expression of cultural values and norms, political practices and relations of power, and our positions as local and global citizens.

Be able to use a variety of methodological tools to analyze interpersonal, intercultural, and rhetorical discourse that structures everyday interactions in both our public and private lives.

Demonstrate an understanding of the possibilities, problems, and history of discourse and deliberation in democracy and will be prepared to use their knowledge to work for a just and more humane world.