Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) program at the University of Cyberjaya equips students with the knowledge and skills to become professional nurses. Through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and clinical placements, students develop critical thinking, decision-making, and social skills to meet the health needs of individuals, families, and communities. The program is accredited by MQA/PA10777 and offers career prospects in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and industry settings.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) program aims to produce professional graduates with critical thinking and social skills.
These skills will help them provide services and meet the 21st century health needs of individuals, families, and communities.
• Objectives:
• Equip students with the knowledge and skills to practice as professional nurses.
• Develop critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Foster a passion for serving the community and meeting health needs.

Outline:

• Course Structure: This is a four-year (8 semesters) program consisting of the following modules:
• Year 1:
Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Parasitology, Immunology, Nursing Fundamentals, Communication in Nursing, Clinical Practice, Pharmacology, Nutrition, Entrepreneurship, Public Administration/Culture & Diversity, Philosophy & Contemporary Issues, Understanding and Ethics of Corporation/Malaysian Communication 2
• Year 2:
Psychology, Sociology, Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, Cardiovascular & Respiratory Nursing, Gastrointestinal Nursing, Clinical Practice, Autoimmune Disorders & Neurological Nursing, Health Promotion & Education, Clinical Practice, Endocrine and Hemopoietic Nursing, Musculoskeletal and Genitourinary Nursing, Public Speaking and Presentation Skills, Young Mercy/Environmental Volunteerism
• Year 3:
Personal & Professional Development & Counselling, Obstetric & Gynaecology Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Special Senses (Eye, ENT, Skin & Communicable Diseases), Clinical Practice, Research Methodology, Biostatistics & Epidemiology, Mental Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Clinical Practice, English for Occupational Purpose

Teaching:

• Faculty: Experienced Professors, Nursing lecturers, and clinical instructors.
• Teaching Methods:
• Lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions.
• Mock ward sessions.
• Case-based learning.
• Hospital/Clinical attachments.
• Off-Campus Learning: During clinical placements in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Careers:

• Career Prospects: Registered Nurse, Nursing Administrator, Nurse Educator, Clinical Instructor, Nurse Researcher, Nurse Informatics, Nurse Entrepreneur, Industrial Nurse.
• Career Organizations: Public hospitals, private medical centers, community clinics, industry settings, other healthcare facilities.

Other:

• Intakes begin in March and October.
• The program is open to both international and domestic students.
• The program is accredited by MQA/PA10777.