Master of Nursing
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The Master in Nursing at Lincoln University College is designed to produce professional graduates equipped with advanced skills in nursing research and specialised clinical learning. Through supervision on the research process and students’ attachment to their specialty in clinical areas, the programme builds analytical thinking, leadership skills, and the ability to make informed decisions.
Students can pursue careers as Clinical Nurses and Nurse Practitioners and work as researchers in public and private hospitals or community health clinics. The programme strengthens research methodology, evidence-based nursing practice, and professional, ethical values to support ongoing career development and further studies.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Nursing Research I: Quantitative Research Method
- Statistics and Statistical Computing For Nurses
- Nursing Research II: Qualitative Method
- Build evidence-based practice skills to strengthen clinical decision-making and leadership
- Supervision on research process
- Students attachment to their own specialty in the clinical areas
- Develop competency in specialized nursing areas through reflective practice and evaluation
- Apply evidence-based practice to planning and implementing nursing care
Curriculum
Master of Nursing (KPT/JPS (PA 9440) 03/23) with 24 months full-time structure. Listed subjects are Nursing Research I: Quantitative Research Method, Statistics and Statistical Computing For Nurses, and Nursing Research II: Qualitative Method.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory research and statistics subjects | Nursing Research I: Quantitative Research Method | 3 | 6 |
| Statistics and Statistical Computing For Nurses | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory qualitative research subject | Nursing Research II: Qualitative Method | 3 | 3 |
| Total | Nursing research and statistics subjects listed for the Master of Nursing programme | 6 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with nursing research and evidence-based practice skills that support roles such as Clinical Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
- The program includes supervision on your research process and clinical attachment in your specialty, helping you build specialist competency that employers value.
- You can pursue careers in public and private hospitals or community health clinics as part of your professional nursing pathway.
- You develop leadership, communication, and critical-thinking abilities that support independent nurse manager, educator, and researcher career directions.
- The program also positions you for lecturer-practitioner and teaching and mentoring roles, so you can progress beyond bedside practice.
Employability rate
For nursing graduates in Malaysia, an estimated employability rate is around 80% with an unemployment rate of about 20%, reflecting ongoing demand for qualified nurses across hospitals and community health settings.
Overall, this translates into a comparatively stable outlook for graduates pursuing clinical and specialist nursing roles.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Nursing related degree | International applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a Nursing Degree (MQF Level 6) with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or its equivalent accepted by the Higher Educational Provider senate. Applicants may also be accepted conditionally if they have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Nursing related degree (MQF Level 6) but do not meet the 2.50 CGPA requirement, provided they have 5 years’ experience in a relevant field. |
| Nursing professional registration and clinical practice | International applicants must be registered with the Nursing Board or its equivalent, or possess a current Annual Practicing Certificate. They must also have minimum 3 years’ working experience for Bachelor’s degree holders and must be currently working in the clinical area. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Direct match | International applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a Nursing related degree (MQF Level 6) and be registered with the Nursing Board or its equivalent, or hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate. |
Language requirements
International students require an English-language approval for the Master in Nursing. The university accepts IELTS with a minimum overall band score, or approved TOEFL/other listed English tests.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Confirm eligibility for international applicants
Review the programme entry requirements for international applicants, including the nursing degree/CGPA pathway and the nursing registration and clinical practice requirements. Check that you also meet the English-language approval requirement accepted by the programme. If your CGPA is below the stated minimum, confirm whether the alternative acceptance condition based on relevant work experience applies to you.
Prepare your English test approval and academic documents
Choose an approved English test route listed on the programme page (IELTS or TOEFL, and other tests shown). Gather your academic records to support your Bachelor’s degree and CGPA, and ensure your nursing registration or Annual Practising Certificate can be provided when required. Make sure all documents are consistent with the details you will enter in your application.
Submit your application online
Use the university’s online application process to complete your submission during the available intake months listed for the Master in Nursing. Fill in your personal and education details carefully and submit the required documents through the application flow. Keep a copy of your application record in case admissions request clarifications.
Prepare for student pass and entry formalities
After admission is processed, follow the university’s guidance for the student pass and preparation steps for entry into Malaysia. Plan your timeline so you can pay required fees after visa approval and before arrival as instructed in the university FAQs. If your documents require verification or translation, complete those tasks early to avoid delays.