NURSING YOUR 2019 BROCHURE
Content 05 Introduction 06 About the Programme 08 Uniqueness of the Programme 08 Career Prospects 08 Intake 08 Duration 09 Pathway 10 Programme Structure - Subjects 12 Entry Requirements 13 Clinical Attachments 13 Enhanced Career Prospects 14 Testimonials CONTACTS SUNWAY UNIVERSITY DU 025 (B) Owned and governed by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation (800946-T) No. 5 Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. university.sunway.edu.my info@sunway.edu.my +6 (03) 7491 8622 SunwayUniversity @SunwayU This brochure is valid for our 2019 intakes. All information is correct at the time of printing (December 2018). Copyright Notice: The content of this brochure shall not be reproduced in any form nor distributed in part or in its entirety, 02 without prior written permission from the University. 03
Introduction Introduction The profession offers many employment and career opportunities. There are many factors to consider when choosing the right school for you. Different factors apply to different types of prospective students. Before making a decision on your career choice, you need to decide which education programmes suit you best. In Sunway University, we prepare our students for a diverse and rewarding profession that combines compassion with the latest healthcare technology. 04 05
About the Programme Sunway s combines both conventional and state-of-the-art technological applications. The programme is catered for those with a passion for nurturing the well-being of others. Students in this programme will be able to learn about the anatomy and physiology of the human body. The course ensures that students acquire skills in caring, rehabilitating and counselling, while also working as a unit to provide holistic healthcare for all patients. This programme ensures that Sunway University graduates emerge as knowledgeable, competent and caring professionals when taking care of those in need of assistance from a healthcare perspective. The theory and practical assessments are conducted for each semester throughout the 3-year programme. Students will be awarded with Sunway University and the Board of Malaysia Registration Certificates upon successfully passing the licensure examination. Diploma > Degree Upon obtaining the Diploma, graduates can choose to enter the workforce or pursue their further studies either locally or overseas. 06 JPT/BPP(U)(R2/723/4/0055/FA5119)02/23 07
DISTINCTIVE SUNWAY EXPERIENCE Pathway PhD in Uniqueness of the Programme Pathway Impressive resources such as a library, IT amenities, lecture halls, extracurricular facilities and diverse student support groups A strategic location just 10 minutes walk to Sunway Medical Centre; 6 minutes walk to Sunway Pyramid and Sunway Lagoon Transportation accessibility with BRT that connects to KTM and LRT stations Sunway University Certificate is internationally recognised All lecturers are experienced in teaching and possess a minimum of at least one specialisation certificate Smaller classes allow for more focused learning and attentive student experiences Intakes APRIL JULY Duration 3 YEARS FULL-TIME Career PROSPECTS Master in / Management / Hospital Management / Health Sciences Master in Business Administration Master in Human Resource Master in Counselling Degree in Specialisations Post Basic Certificate e.g. Intensive Care, Peri-operative Advanced Diploma e.g. Geriatric, Oncology, Paediatric, Midwifery, Orthopaedic Advanced Nurse Education (3 Years) Registered Nurse Clinical Instructor Manager Specialised Nurse (e.g. Emergency Care, Intensive Care, Operating Theatre, Midwife, Dialysis, Eye, Paediatric and Coronary Care) Educators Director of Dean of School of SPM / O-Level / UEC / IGCSE / STPM 08 09
Programme Structure - Subjects Year 1 Programme Structure Principle and Practice in I Microbiology and Parasitology Psychology and Sociology Anatomy and Physiology I Professional Practice I Anatomy and Physiology II Pharmacology Surgical Professional Practice II Nutrition Principle and Practice in II Year 2 Basic Communication Skills for Nurses Respiratory Haemopoietic and Oncology Gastrointestinal Communicable Disease Cardiovascular Professional Practice III Orthopaedic Urology Obstetric and Gynaecology Research Methodology Community Health I Dermatological & Gerontology Professional Practice IV Year 3 Endocrine Community Health II Psychiatric Ophthalmology & Otorhinolaryngo Research Proposal Professional Practice V Emergency and Disaster Neurological Management and Public Relations Professional Practice VI Additional MOHE compulsory GENERAL STUDIES subjects For Local students: For International students: Malaysian Studies 2 Malay Language for Communication 1 Moral Education/Islamic Studies Moral Education/Islamic Studies Community Service Community Service 10 11
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS DIPLOMA SPM Pass with minimum 5 credits (including Bahasa Melayu, English, Mathematics) Candidates with a credit in either one (1) of the following: Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science and credit in one (1) other relevant subject Entry Requirements Clinical Attachments Enhanced Career Prospects O-Level UEC Other Qualifications Pass with minimum 5 credits (including English, Mathematics, Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/ Applied Science) All local candidates who possess GCE O / A Level MUST possess credit in Bahasa Melayu Pass with minimum 5 credits (including English, Mathematics, Science/Biology/Chemistry/Physics/ Applied Science) All local candidates who possess UEC MUST possess credit in Bahasa Melayu Any other equivalent qualifications* Applicant 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) English Language Requirements Specific Requirements SPM English Credit IELTS 5.5 Applicants are required to attend an interview session and pass a medical check-up TOEFL 515 (paper based), 215 (computer based), 80 (Internet based) Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) Cambridge Proficiency English (CPE) Pearson Test of English (PTE) International students should be able to converse in Bahasa Melayu The Board of Malaysia requires examination candidates (IGCSE/UEC) to possess a SPM qualification with credit in Bahasa Melayu CLINICAL ATTACHMENTS To give students an added edge, Sunway Diploma in comes with a clinical attachment ENHANCED CAREER PROSPECTS To prepare graduates to transit successfully into component which enables students to apply the workforce, Sunway University combines a well- theoretical knowledge into clinical practice. rounded academic experience and learning, both inside and outside the classroom, with the goal of Areas of clinical practice: using these experiences to prepare graduates for a Sunway Medical Centre, Bandar Sunway, Selangor career. KKM Hospitals: - Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital, Klang, graduates from Sunway University are Selangor employed by both local and international healthcare - Hospital Bahagia, Ulu Kinta, Ipoh, Perak organisations at: - Hospital Ampang, Selangor - Hospital Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Hospitals of Sunway Healthcare Group Putrajaya United Kingdom - Hospital Kajang, Selangor Middle East KKM community clinics: Australia - Kapar, Selangor Singapore - Port Klang, Selangor United States - Section 19, Shah Alam - Section 7, Shah Alam - Kelana Jaya, Selangor - Batu 14, Puchong, Selangor 12 13
Sunway Medical Centre Expansion Plan In addition to its flagship award-winning Sunway Medical Centre (Sunway City, KL), Sunway Group s Healthcare Division is currently conducting an expansion plan that will see new tertiary hospitals being constructed in more locations throughout the country. The new hospitals will be built in its various integrated townships of Sunway Velocity (Klang Valley), Sunway Damansara (Klang Valley), Sunway Seberang Jaya (Butterworth), Sunway City Ipoh (Ipoh), Sunway Iskandar (Johor) and Sunway Valley City (Paya Terubong, Penang). TESTIMONIALS I am glad that I have chosen this course, Sunway. Through this course, I have learnt to become more independent, confident and knowledgeable. Despite the strict training, I have a sense of satisfaction as I could help to bring happiness to patients even if it s just a for little while. Testimonials Yong Wen Ji Student Sunway medical centre Velocity, Kuala Lumpur I choose because I enjoy being around people in their times of need and I get internal satisfaction by serving those who need help. I believe that the cure for many of the people s aliments is not just in medicine, it is in the care that they receive as patients in hospitals and their homes. I believe that it is important to provide a patient with the right kind of atmosphere and environment that is conducive to his/her recovery. I enjoy my training in Sunway University as they provide me a holistic education that is challenging and filled with the support of an amazing education team that is preparing me for my future. Leong Kok Fay Student I am very happy to be here in Sunway University pursuing my as I have experienced things that are beyond my expectation. During clinical posting, I have made patients smile and felt very glad when they leave the hospital healthily. I have also nursed a dying patient until her very last breath. The experiences have helped me to appreciate life and not take health for granted. Jessica Marie Tan Student Sunway medical centre Seberang Jaya, Penang 14 15
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