faculty of

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (Research)

MQA.600-2/1/6 Jld. 140 (37)) MQA/PA 14334
(N/723/8/0119)

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEO Description Cluster
PEO1
Excel in research knowledge, utilizing intellectual capabilities for its application in the field of nursing research
Cluster 1 & 2
PEO2
Design and construct research with scientific, critical thinking skills, innovative ideas and solutions, utilising effective communication and team work/ group dynamic
Cluster (3a, 3b & 3c)
PEO3
Optimize utilization of information, digital technologies and numerical skills to formulate, analyse, design, implement, evaluate and managing information for life-long learning to prepare for their professional careers
Cluster (3d & 3e)
PEO4
Execute leadership skills autonomously with responsibilities to ensure accountability, integrity with entrepreneurial drive based on ethic, values with good code of conduct, cultural sensitivity to meet the demand of society and Allah Almighty.
Cluster (3f, 4i, 4ii & 5)

Program Learning Objective (PLO)

PLO Description Cluster
PLO1
Synthesize in-depth knowledge in nursing research to produce evidence practice
Cluster 1
PLO2
Design and combines new ideas and solutions in contributing to original research that broadens the frontier of knowledge.
Cluster 2
PLO3
Adapt and alters practical skills leading to innovative ideas and solutions
Cluster 3a
PLO4
Generate qualities problem solving and higher order thinking skills and technically competent in solving problems logically, analytically and creatively based on sound facts and ideas.
Cluster 3b
PLO5
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills across a range of contexts and audience.
Cluster 3c
PLO6
Combines latest digital/informational technologies and high order thinking to support work and studies.
Cluster 3d
PLO7
Apply numeracy skills in statistical techniques to evaluate data for planning and intervention
Cluster 3e
PLO8
Demonstrate leadership qualities through communicating and working effectively with peers and stakeholders.
Cluster 3f
PLO9
Accomplish self-directed lifelong learning to enhance personal and professional development in nursing research and in the nursing field
Cluster 4(i)
PLO10
Relate and manage information, ideas and solutions to societal issues with business opportunities locally and globally
Cluster 4(ii)
PLO11
Inculcate positive attitudes, ethically, professional code of practice and upholding Islamic values ethically in conducting research.
Cluster 5

Campus

UCMI City Campus Jalan Tangsi

Programme Status

Provisional Accreditation

Programme Code

MQA 600-2/1/6 Jil 140 (37), JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/156/Jil 4(32) 05/28

Specialisation

Nursing

Study Mode

Part Time
Full Time

Study Level

PhD

Duration

Full time Minimum Duration: 3 years Maximum Duration: 4 years
Part Time Minimum Duration: 4 years Maximum Duration: 6 years

Medium of Instructions

English

Admission Requirements

A relevant Master’s degree from any other accredited
institution of higher learning or equivalent from related
disciplines as accepted by Senate; AND

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum of 5.5 / Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) B1; OR
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 410-413 paper-based / TOEFL IBT (34); OR
  • Cambridge English: Advance (CAE) score 160 / CEFR B2;OR
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) score 180 / CEFR C1; OR
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) score 36; OR
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET) Band 3; AND

Registered with Nursing Board Malaysia OR country of
origin.

Field :

Community Nursing
Midwifery / Mothercraft nursing
Medical / Surgical / Hygiene
Curriculum Study, Pedagogy Study, Nursing Ethics
Gerontological Service / Elderly care / Care old people