Study Diploma in Nursing at Sunway University in Malaysia, Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

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.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

RM5,105.00 (US$ 1,161) per year

Books & stationery RM 200 – 500 per course or semester

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

Sunway University

No. 5, Jalan Universiti,

Bandar Sunway,

Selangor,

47500, Selangor, Malaysia

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

RM5,105.00 (US$ 1,161) per year

Books & stationery RM 200 – 500 per course or semester

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Sunway University

No. 5, Jalan Universiti,

Bandar Sunway,

Selangor,

47500, Selangor, Malaysia

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Entry requirements

For international students

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