MSc (Nursing)
Master of Science (Nursing) by research supports Malaysia’s aspiration to produce competent and intellectual nursing professionals with advanced knowledge, research acumen and innovative capabilities to meet the demand of health and medicine industries. This programme covers various disciplines, including acute and critical care nursing, clinical nursing practice, family and community nursing, gerontology nursing, maternal and child health nursing, nursing education, nursing management and women’s health nursing, which are very relevant to the needs of healthcare professionals and nurses' career progression.
Research Field
- Acute and Critical Care Nursing
- Clinical Nursing Practice
- Family and Community Nursing
- Gerontology Nursing
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Management
- Women’s Health Nursing
Expertise
Please refer to the website of the School of Health Sciences at www.ppsk.usm.my.
Duration
- Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
- Part-time: Min 4 semesters /Max 12 semesters
Admission Requirements
Applicants should possess any of the following:
I. | Bachelor degree (Honours) | |
A) | CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00. | |
B) | CGPA of 2.50 – 2.74 with | |
at least one (1) year research experience OR at least one (1) year professional experience in related field OR one (1) academic publication OR at least Grade B in major/elective courses OR at least Grade B+ in final year research project. |
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C) | CGPA of 2.00 – 2.49 with | |
at least five (5) years research experience OR at least five (5) years professional experience in related field AND one (1) academic publication OR at least Grade B in major/elective courses OR at least Grade B+ in final year research project. |
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II. | APEL A Certificate (APEL T-7) | |
http://www2.mqa.gov.my/APEL/ |
*Additional English Language requirement for international students: Please refer to www.ips.usm.my
Fees Information
Please refer to website of Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) at www.ips.usm.my.
How to Apply
Please refer to website of Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) at www.ips.usm.my for online application.