Course Description
Being a nurse can be an exciting career option for both men and women.
This programme will equip you with theoretical knowledge and practical
skills in the areas of health, behavioral 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.

Entry Requirement :
STPM/ Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent |
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CGPA 2.50 and above
- Credit in SPM (or its equivalent) in Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and any Science subject; or
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A-Level |
- Grade C in 3 subjects
- 3 credits in SPM (or its equivalent) in Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and any Science subject; or
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Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
Grade B in 5 subjects, including Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, Science, and 2 other subjects; or |
Any Diploma (Level 4 MQF) (Credit transfer not allowed) |
- CGPA 2.50 and above
- 3 credits in SPM (or its equivalent) in Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and any Science subject; or
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Diploma in Nursing (Credit transfer allowed) |
- Registered with Nursing Board
- 2 years of clinical working experience; or
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English QualificationsFor international students only : |
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SPM | - Pass for DIN
- Credit for BSN
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UEC
| Pass |
Linguaskill | 160 |
MUET | 4.0 |
IELTS | 5.5 |
TOEFL | 8 (Ess OL) / 46 (iBT) |
Pearson | 51 |
OET | 200 |
ELS | 108 |
*international students who do not fulfill 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 Linguaskill examination.
Health Requirements
All offers are subject to the students
being certified by a medical practitioner as fit to 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
- MEDICAL INSURANCE
Other qualifications which are not
included in the Nursing Standard Programme by Lembaga Jururawat Malaysia
(LJM) need to get approval from LJM and Nilai University Registrar.
Programme Highlights
Programme Pathway

Career Prospects
Here are some of the career options to choose from after you’ve graduated as a nurse :-
Registered Nurse |
Neonatal Nurse
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Nurse Midwife
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Pediatric Nurse
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Nurse Anesthetist
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Licensed Practical Nurse |
Nurse Practitioner |
Scholarship
Nilai University offers scholarships for students from various backgrounds, with the goal of helping students grow to be well-rounded and ambitious individuals and allowing them to reach their goals through quality education. We achieve this by combining academic excellence with a growth mindset for life-long learning.