Master in Nursing
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The Master in Nursing (by Research) programme at Sunway University is a research-intensive postgraduate programme designed to develop competent nurse researchers who contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice.
Students work under close supervision to undertake an independent research project in nursing, completing Research Methodology and defending a thesis in an oral examination called viva voce.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Undertake an independent research project within the discipline of nursing under close supervision.
- Complete Research Methodology to strengthen skills in research design, data management, and data analysis.
- Build research capability through structured research methodology and ethical research conduct preparation.
- Participate in professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and talks.
- Submit a dissertation based on original research.
- Defend the thesis in an oral examination called viva voce.
- Complete and demonstrate critical analysis, interpretation of findings, and adherence to ethical and scholarly standards.
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Research Methodology | |||
| Semester 2 | Research Methodology | |||
| Thesis |
Career outcomes
- You develop advanced nursing research skills through an independent project and research methodology, helping you move into evidence-led nursing roles.
- You can prepare for research-focused careers by producing original findings that support improvements in nursing practice, education, service delivery, and health outcomes.
- This programme supports progression into doctoral studies, giving you a pathway toward long-term academic and research leadership.
- You build capabilities relevant to healthcare leadership by addressing complex healthcare challenges using systematic and ethical research approaches.
- You gain training that can strengthen your profile for roles such as Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Consultant, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare Leader, and Researcher.
Employability rate
International nursing graduates with research training can typically achieve an employability rate of around 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18% in Malaysia, reflecting continuing hiring needs for nursing expertise alongside competitive selection for advanced research/leadership roles.
Overall, this suggests you can expect a reasonably stable outlook when you align your thesis topic with in-demand nursing service, education, and healthcare improvement priorities.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (MQF Level 6) or equivalent | International applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (MQF Level 6) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Sunway University Senate. |
| Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (CGPA 2.50 option, subject to assessment) | International applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (MQF Level 6) or equivalent and a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (but not meeting 2.75) may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment. |
| Lower CGPA option with relevant work experience (minimum 5 years) | International applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (MQF Level 6) or equivalent and a minimum CGPA of 2.00 (but not meeting 2.50) may be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field. |
| Applicants without a Nursing qualification or relevant work experience | If you do not have a qualification in Nursing or equivalent, or relevant working experience, you must undergo self-paced prerequisite courses determined by Sunway University and meet the minimum CGPA based on the entry routes. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing / Nursing bachelor (relevant nursing study background) | Direct match | International applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (MQF Level 6) or an equivalent qualification as the main academic entry requirement for this programme. |
Language requirements
Sunway University requires international applicants to meet the English Language Requirements for this Master in Nursing (by Research). If you have studied previously in English as a full medium of instruction, you may be exempt from the English Language requirement as stated by the university.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published | Official tuition and application fees for the on-campus Master in Nursing are not published on the programme page content available during research; confirm with the university admissions office. |
Proof of financial resources
International students should be prepared to show evidence of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs while studying in Malaysia. If Sunway requests financial documentation during application or visa processing, provide the documents in the format required by the university and the Malaysian student-pass process.
- Official bank statements and/or financial documents showing you can fund tuition and living costs (provide whatever amount and format Sunway requests)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | Rolling intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | Rolling intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | Rolling intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility documents
Check that you meet the Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and CGPA requirements for international applicants, including the CGPA/work-experience alternatives described by Sunway University. Gather your academic transcripts and degree certificate (or completion letter) and confirm your English proof meets the stated minimum. If you expect to rely on an English exemption, prepare the evidence of English-medium instruction as accepted by the university.
Apply for the Rolling Intake
Submit your application to Sunway University for the Master in Nursing (by Research) during the rolling intake period. Complete the postgraduate application form and upload the required academic documents and English language proof (or exemption evidence) as part of your application submission. Submit only after you are confident your CGPA and qualification equivalency are properly documented for international evaluation.
Academic review and prerequisite course assessment (if applicable)
Sunway University will assess your eligibility based on the entry route you qualify for, including internal assessment for applicants in the CGPA alternative categories. If you do not have a Nursing qualification or relevant working experience, you may be required to complete self-paced prerequisite courses determined by Sunway University before progressing. Respond promptly to any requests so your application can be finalised without delay.