Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)
About
About
Be a driving force for meaningful change in healthcare. As a registered nurse, you play a critical role in preventing illness and injury while providing compassionate care through diagnosis and treatment. IMU’s Nursing programme prepares students to become skilled healthcare professionals who make a lasting impact on individuals and communities. Graduates join an extensive alumni network, with many successfully securing employment both in Malaysia and internationally. This programme offers the opportunity to become a dedicated advocate for health and well-being, contributing to a better world.
IMU’s full-time Nursing programme equips students with the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to excel in the field. Registered nurses trained at IMU take on vital responsibilities at the frontline of healthcare, alleviating suffering and promoting recovery. With clinical exposure in both private and public hospitals and healthcare agencies, students gain the practical skills required to deliver safe and effective patient care in diverse settings.
With the global demand for nurses on the rise, graduates of IMU’s Nursing programme have a competitive advantage in securing employment after registering with the Nursing Board Malaysia. As IMU offers the most extensive selection of healthcare programmes in Malaysia, nursing students are immersed in a multidisciplinary learning environment. This exposure fosters strong professional relationships, laying the foundation for a robust healthcare network upon graduation.
IMU’s Nursing curriculum is designed and delivered by highly qualified and experienced faculty members, ensuring that students receive training that meets international standards and global healthcare needs.
Key facts
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | MYR 88,000 | MYR 99,000 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | MYR 88,000 | MYR 99,000 |
| Estimated cost per year | MYR 22,000 | MYR 24,750 |
Entry Requirements
A-Levels: CCC and Pass SPM / equivalent with:
1) Credit in Bahasa Melayu; and
2) Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern); and
3) Credit in 2 other subjects; and
4) Either 1 of the credits below: General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
STPM: cGPA 2.50 and Pass SPM / equivalent with:
1) Credit in Bahasa Melayu; and
2) Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern); and
3) Credit in 2 other subjects; and
4) Either 1 of the credits below: General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): B in 5 subjects and Pass SPM / equivalent with:
1) Credit in Bahasa Melayu; and
2) Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern); and
3) Credit in 2 other subjects; and
4) Either 1 of the credits below: General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
Ministry of Education Matriculation #: cGPA 2.50 and Pass SPM / equivalent with:
1) Credit in Bahasa Melayu; and
2) Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern); and
3) Credit in 2 other subjects; and
4) Either 1 of the credits below: General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
Foundation Studies #: IMU Foundation in Science / Foundation in Arts or equivalent cGPA 2.50 and Pass SPM / equivalent with:
1) Credit in Bahasa Melayu; and
2) Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern); and
3) Credit in 2 other subjects; and
4) Either 1 of the credits below: General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
Diploma: Diploma in Nursing or Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.50 (No credit transfer) / Diploma in Nursing – cGPA 2.50 from a recognised institution by Nursing Board Malaysia with minimum 2 years clinical working experience (credit transfer allowed) And Pass SPM / Equivalent With:
1) Credit in Bahasa Melayu; and
2) Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern); and
3) Credit in 2 other subjects; and
4) Either 1 of the credits below: General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
**International applicants need to be registered with the Nursing Council of the country of origin
The minimum age requirement for entry into a medical programme is 18 years old during admissions.
# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.
English Proficiency Requirements:
MUET**:
For Malaysian Student: Band score of 3; or
For International Student: –
IELTS** :
For Malaysian Student: Overall band score of 5.5; or
For International Student: Overall band score of 5.5; or
TOEFL**:
For Malaysian Student: Overall score of 215 (CBT) / 80 (iBT); or
For International Student: Overall score of 215 (CBT) / 80 (iBT); or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)**:
For Malaysian Student: –
For International Student: Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)**:
For Malaysian Student: –
For International Student: Overall score of 162; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE)**:
For Malaysian Student: –
For International Student: Overall score of 51; or
SPM** :
For Malaysian Student: Credit (C) in English
For International Student: –
For International Students:
Pass SPM / equivalent with 3 credits
1. Candidates are highly encouraged to possess basic proficiency in the local language (Bahasa Malaysia)
2. Credit in Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern)
3. Either 1 of the credits below:
~General Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Applied Science
* Applications will be assessed on a case by case basis
**Applicable to IMU local degree only.
Curriculum
Anatomy & Physiology I
Biochemistry
Microbiology & Parasitology
Sociology & Psychology in Nursing
Fundamental of Nursing (FON) !
Communication & Counselling for Nurses
Personal & Professional Development
Semester 2:
Anatomy & Physiology Il
Fundamental of Nursing (FON) |I|
Pharmacology
Immunology & Communicable Diseases
Clinical Practice |
Semester 3:
Medical Surgical Nursing: Respiratory
Medical Surgical Nursing: Cardiovascular
Medical Surgical Nursing: Hematology
Medical Surgical Nursing: Gastrointestinal
Clinical Practice II|
Work Life Balance from a Global & Malaysian Perspective
Integrity & Anti-corruption
Semester 4:
Medical Surgical Nursing: Renal
Medical Surgical Nursing: Endocrine
Medical Surgical Nursing: Neurology
Medical Surgical Nursing: Musculoskeletal
Clinical Practice III
Ethics & Law in Nursing
Semester 5:
Medical Surgical Nursing: ENT & Eye
Medical Surgical Nursing: Integumentary
Emergency & Trauma
Critical Care Nursing
Perioperative Nursing
Clinical Practice IV
Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban / Malay Language Communication 2
Philosophy & Current Issues
Semester 6:
Community Health Nursing
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Pediatric Nursing
Clinical Practice V
Academic Writing
Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Semester 7:
Research Methodology & Statistic
Epidemiology
Research Project 1
Mental Health Nursing
Elective Nursing, I*
- Maternal & New Born
- Critical Care Nursing
Elective Nursing I (Entrepreneurship)
Clinical Practice VI
Clinical Practice VII|
Semester 8:
Social Responsibility
Research Project 2
Management & Leadership in Nursing
Clinical Practice VIII
Curriculum is reviewed periodically and subject to change.
MPU modules are compulsory, imposed by the Ministry of Higher Education under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996 (Act 555). Every student must pass all modules as a prerequisite for the awarding of the degree.