faculty of

Master in Nursing

MQA.600-2/1/6 Jld. 140 (38)
MQA/PA 14335 KPT (N/723/7/0141)

Background of Program

Nursing is a dynamic field that offers numerous benefits and chances for career
progression to those dedicated to lifelong learning. Nurses of today are required to
grasp a body of knowledge that is getting more sophisticated and to develop clinical
skills. Therefore, they can deliver services that are both effective at saving lives and
maintaining health. Currently, Nursing worldwide is using research findings in
rendering nursing care to clients which enhance patient care, safety, and outcomes.
Therefore, Master of nursing program at UCMI is applying the knowledge of EBP in
conducting clinical research.


The Master of Nursing program is designed for aspiring nursing professionals who
seek to advance their careers and expertise in the dynamic field of healthcare. This
comprehensive program offers a transformative learning experience that combines
advanced theoretical knowledge with practical skills in the nursing profession.

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEO Description Cluster
PEO1
Excel in research knowledge, utilizing intellectual capabilities for it’s 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
Apply nursing and related healthcare knowledge in the provision of holistic nursing care
Cluster 1
PLO2
Demonstrate professional thinking skills and attributes in providing patient centred holistic care
Cluster 2
PLO3
Evaluate knowledge and skills in the planning, formulating hypothesis, analysis, design and perform experiments/research scientifically to solve and explain observed phenomena.
Cluster 3a
PLO4
Generate innovation in problem solving and higher order thinking skills based on technically competent in solving problems logically, analytically and creatively based on sound facts and ideas.
Cluster 3b
PLO5
Articulate effective oral and written communication skills across a range of contexts and audience.
Cluster 3c
PLO6
Analyzing digital/informational technologies to support work and studies inclusive of sourcing, storing information, processing data, using applications for problem solving and communication, as well as being ethical in its application.
Cluster 3d
PLO7
Utilise 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 the nursing filed.
Cluster 4(i)
PLO10
Evaluate information, ideas and solutions to societal issues with business opportunities locally and globally
Cluster 4(ii)
PLO11
Inculcate positive attitudes based on ethically, professional code of practice whilst upholding Islamic values in conducting research and in the practice of nursing.
Cluster 5

Campus

UCMI City Campus, Jln Tangsi

Programme Status

Provisional Accreditation

Programme Code

MQA/PA 14335

Specialisation

Nursing

Study Mode

Full Time

Duration

2 years

Medium of Instructions

English / Bahasa Melayu

Career Prospects

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Nurse Educator
  • Nurse Manager
  • Nurse Researcher
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Healthcare Administrator

Admission Requirements

For Malaysian Candidate
● A Bachelor’s in Nursing with minimum CGPA 2.76
● At least 2 years working experience in relevant field
● Registered with Malaysian Nursing Board.
● English Language requirement – MUET band 3, or IELTS 5.5/TOEFL
514/215/80/Credit in English (SPM) or STPM.


For International Candidate
• A Bachelor’s in Nursing from any accredited Institution of higher learning or
accepted by Senate
• English Language requirement – IELTS 5.5/TOEFL 410-413/

Opportunities For Further Studies :

The supervisors are expert in their research areas, will be involved in supervising students