Master of Nursing(N/0913/7/0011) (07/30) (MQA/PA18113)

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The Master of Nursing Science is a research program to prepare graduates to contribute to evidence-based practice as researchers, academics, nursing leaders and clinical nurse specialists. Students in this program learn about research processes and apply this to completing original research or evidence informed practice projects with a stakeholder.

Programme StructureMinimum Entry RequirementsCareer Opportunity

Programme Structure

No.	Subject	Credit
1	Research Methodology and Statistics	3

Minimum Entry Requirements

REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to have: Academic Qualification: A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Alternative Route: Candidates holding a CGPA of between 2.50 and 2.74 may still be accepted, but this is subject to a rigorous internal assessment by the university. Experience: A minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field is typically required if your CGPA falls below 2.50. International Students: Non-Malaysian candidates may also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL).

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are required to have:

Academic Qualification: A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75.
Alternative Route: Candidates holding a CGPA of between 2.50 and 2.74 may still be accepted, but this is subject to a rigorous internal assessment by the university.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field is typically required if your CGPA falls below 2.50.
International Students: Non-Malaysian candidates may also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL).

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue opportunities such as:

Clinical Practice

Advanced Practice Nurse (subject to national regulatory requirements)
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nurse Consultant
Nurse Educator in Clinical Settings
Clinical Research Nurse

Academia

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer (subject to university requirements)
Clinical Instructor
Academic Researcher
Curriculum Developer
Nursing Education Specialist

Research

Research Officer
Research Fellow
Clinical Trial Coordinator
Principal or Co-Investigator in Healthcare Research
Evidence-Based Practice Coordinator

Leadership and Management

Nurse Manager
Nursing Administrator
Director of Nursing Services
Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety Manager
Clinical Governance Officer

Public Health and Policy

Public Health Programme Manager
Health Policy Analyst
Ministry of Health Officer
Healthcare Accreditation and Quality Officer
Nursing Professional Body Executive

Industry

Medical Affairs Manager
Clinical Education Manager
Healthcare Consultant
Medical Device Clinical Specialist
Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Associate

Further Studies
Graduates may also pursue doctoral studies, including:

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Healthcare Management
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

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