Diploma in Nursing

Sunway University’s Diploma in Nursing is a comprehensive three-year programme designed to nurture students into competent, compassionate, and skilled nursing professionals. Integrating both conventional education and modern technological advancements, the programme equips students with strong foundational knowledge in nursing sciences, anatomy and physiology, communication, counselling, and clinical care. The curriculum emphasizes holistic patient care, preparing students to deliver safe and quality nursing interventions across various healthcare settings. Students will develop essential clinical skills in caring, nurturing, and counselling, while also gaining the ability to make informed decisions from a healthcare perspective. The programme combines theory with extensive practical assessments conducted each semester to ensure clinical competence and academic excellence. Upon successful completion, graduates will receive the Sunway University Diploma in Nursing and the Nursing Board of Malaysia Registration Certificate, provided they pass the licensure examination.

For International Candidates: Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with five (5) subjects (minimum Gred C):Credit in mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern) AND Either one (1) of the credits below Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science AND Credit in three (3) other subjects AND Candidates Health Status:All candidates MUST be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner within ONE MONTH from commencement of the nursing programme.A person with any of the following shall be disqualified from entry into a nursing program.Serious physical or mental illness, and/orSerious communicable diseaseCandidates MUST not have any physicals disabilities or impaired senses that hinder nursing dexterity. Other QualificationsAny other equivalent qualificationsApplicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis. EQUIVALENT - refers to the overseas academic qualification obtained that is equivalent to SPM as approved by MQA; For International Candidates: Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with five (5) subjects (minimum Gred C):Credit in mathematics (Elementary or Additional or Modern) AND Either one (1) of the credits below: Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science AND Credit in three (3) other subjects