Bachelor of Nursing (Hons)

Nursing, the largest health profession, plays a crucial role in shaping national health outcomes. As a unique discipline, it seamlessly integrates both art and science. The art of nursing extends beyond theoretical knowledge; it involves skillfully bridging information between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring compassionate and effective communication. Meanwhile, the science of nursing relies on critical thinking and clinical judgment to make informed decisions, enhancing patient care. These combined elements provide nurses with a profound depth of knowledge and expertise, making the profession both intellectually and emotionally fulfilling. Given its essential role in healthcare, nursing remains in high demand both nationally and globally.

UTAR’s Bachelor of Nursing programme is fully approved by the Malaysian Nursing Board and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency. Designed to equip students with a strong foundation in core sciences and humanities, the programme emphasizes evidence-based practice and comprehensive clinical training. It fosters a holistic approach to patient care while instilling a strong ethical framework for sound decision-making. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates become eligible to sit for the Malaysian Nursing Board Examination, obtaining licensure to practice as Registered Nurses.

• STPM: Minimum CGPA 2.50+Mandatory Credits: Bahasa Melayu^, Mathematics (Elementary/Additional/Modern) + One (1) Credit in: General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics.
• A-Level: Minimum Grade C in 3 subjects+Mandatory Credits: Bahasa Melayu^, Mathematics (Elementary/Additional/Modern) + One (1) Credit in: General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics.
• UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects+Mandatory Credits: Bahasa Melayu^, Mathematics (Elementary/Additional/Modern) + One (1) Credit in: General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics.
• Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in any field:Minimum CGPA 2.50 (No credit transfer)+Mandatory Credits: Bahasa Melayu^, Mathematics (Elementary/Additional/Modern) + One (1) Credit in: General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics.
• Diploma in Nursing (Level 4, MQF): Minimum two (2) years clinical working experience (Credit transfer allowed) OR no experience (No credit transfer)+International candidates must be registered with the Nursing Council of their country.
• Matriculation / Foundation: Minimum CGPA 2.50 (No credit transfer)+Mandatory Credits: Bahasa Melayu^, Mathematics (Elementary/Additional/Modern) + One (1) Credit in: General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics.
• Other Equivalent Qualifications: Minimum CGPA 2.50 (No credit transfer)+Mandatory Credits: Bahasa Melayu^, Mathematics (Elementary/Additional/Modern) + One (1) Credit in: General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics.
• **Applicants MUST pass personal suitability and readiness interview**

English Language Requirements for Nursing Programme:

• Malaysian Applicants (with STPM/UEC/qualifications not conducted fully in English): - Credit in English at SPM level.
• International Applicants must have a minimum of IELTS Band 5.5 / MUET Band 3 / TOEFL 80(iBT)/215(Computer-based Test) / Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) / Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE) / Pearson Test of English (PTE).
• For Malaysian candidates only (SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE).

     Year 1

• Anatomy and Physiology I 
• Anatomy and Physiology II 
• Basic Genetics and Biochemistry
• Communication and Counselling
• Clinical Posting : Medical Nursing I​
• Introduction to Pharmacology in Nursing 
• Introduction to Psychology and Sociology
• Integrated Nursing Sciences I 
• MPU1*
• Nursing Skills and Practice I 
• Nursing Skills & Practice II 
• Principles and Practice in Nursing 
• Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies

      Year 2

• Clinical Posting: Obstetrics and Paediatrics
• Clinical Posting: Medical Nursing II
• Clinical Posting: Obstetrics and Paediatrics
• Clinical Posting: Surgical Nursing I
• Clinical Posting: Surgical Nursing II
• General Pathology 
• Integrated Nursing Sciences II 
• Integrated Nursing Sciences III
• Integrated Nursing Sciences IV 
• Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues
• Nursing Skills and Practice III 
• Nursing Skills and Practice IV 
• Obstetrics and Paediatric Nursing 

      Year 3

• Community Project
• Clinical Posting : Surgical Nursing III​
• Clinical Posting : Mental Health and Neurology Nursing​
• Elective in Nursing
• Integrated Nursing Sciences V 
• Introduction to Biostatistics 
• Introduction to Epidemiology 
• Mental Health Nursing 
• MPU1**
• National Language/Other Language​ 
• Nursing Informatics​
• Nursing Skills and Practice V 
• Research Appreciation, Process and Methodology 

      Year 4

• Community Health Nursing and Communicable Diseases
• Clinical Posting : Community Health Nursing​
• Clinical Posting : Medical and Surgical Nursing​
• Clinical Posting : Medical Nursing III​
• Clinical Posting : Ward Management​
• Elective in Nursing​
• Integrated Nursing Sciences VI
• Nursing Management and Leadership 
• Project

MPU1* - Choose 1 course

• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban  - For Local Students 
• Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students 

MPU1** Courses

• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2  - For International Students 
• Falsafah dan Isu Semasa -For Local Students 

MPU II - Choose 1 course(s)

• Communication Law  
• Marketing Communication 

National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course(s)

• Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) 
• Introduction to Chinese Language I 
• Communicative Tamil for Health Sciences