MASTERSKILL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Masterskill Incorporated in 1997, Masterskill Education Group Berhad (MEGB) is a leading operator in Nursing and Allied Health education in Malaysia, MEGB encompasses two associate institutions, i.e. Masterskill University College of Health Sciences that officially attained university college status in 2008 and Masterskill College of Nursing & Health that was registered with the Ministry of Higher Education in 2004.
It prepare their students to function effectively in multifaceted roles in a variety of settings to promote the health and well-being of every individual and strive to build an inquisitive mind, motivate academic excellence as well as foster lifelong learning.
As the premier provider of holistic education in Nursing and Allied Health in the country, Masterskill aims to meet the health needs of the world.
Teaching Methodology
- Lecture-led
- PowerPoint slides
- Group discussions
- Tutorials
- Assignments
- Hands-on practical skills on-site using Skill Labs and Simulated Wards
- Practical Clinical Skills (government and private hospitals & clinics)
Awards/Certificates
Diploma in Nursing by Masterskill University College of Health Sciences Registration Certificate from the Nursing Board, Malaysia
Recognition
- Full Accreditation by MQA
- Curriculum approved by Nursing Board Malaysia and endorsed by Ministry of Higher Education
Student Benefits
- Study loans via PTPTN
- Value-added Intensive English programme
- Computer Based Training
- Scholarships to suitable candidates
- Sponsorships by private hospitals for deserving candidates
- Exceptionally well qualified professional academic staff
- Entry into degree programmes (local & foreign)
- Small class size, usually 30 students per class.
Their campuses are located in
- Cheras
- Kota Bahru
- Kota Kinabalu
- Ipoh
MAHSA COLLEGE
MAHSA College (KOLEJ MEDICAL AHLI SAINS BERSEKUTU) was established in 2004. It is situated in Pusat Bandar Damansara, Damansara Heights. The college is equipped with highly qualified and dedicated professional academicians and instructor compiled with ultra modern clinical and science laboratories. Among other facilities are multipurpose hall, lecture rooms, library, simulation ward, akill lab, computer labs, auditorium, discussion room, student’s lounge and swimming pool.
The Diploma programmes will be offered by MAHSA College and the Degree programmes will be offered on a twinning basis with reputable International Universities. At present twinning arrangements have been established with the Teesside University and Northumbria University UK. The Nursing Board of the Ministry of Health Malaysia has approved the nursing programme and our student nurses will be trained in the various government hospitals and clinics which have been allocated to MAHSA.
MAHSA University College offers three programmes for Nursing. They are :
- Diploma in Nursing
- B.Sc (Hons.) in Nursing Studies - 4+0 Degree programme in collaboration with University of Teeside, United Kingdom.
- B.Sc (Hons.) in Nursing Practice Development (Top Up Degree) in collaboration with University of Northumbria, United Kingdom.
SEGI COLLEGE
The chairman, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Megat Najmuddin bin Dato’ Seri Hj Megat Khas has established the college in the of nursing, medical sciences, biotechnology and psychology. It’s the largest education provider in Malaysia with 18000 student studying at its six campuses. The campuses are located in:
- Subang Jaya
- Kota Damansara
- Sarawak
- Penang
Windfield International College
The college was set up in 2005 and situated in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city. They have around 16 government hospitals and 49 community clinics to be utilized for the students to have their practical training.
LINCOLN COLLEGE
About Lincoln
LINCOLN COLLEGE is a private institution for higher learning approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency(MQA).
The founders and administrators of Lincoln College are true academicians. They bring almost fifty years of higher education and post secondary education experience.
As their backgrounds include teaching, research and professional training, Lincoln College's focus is student-centered and student-directed.
It is committed to assisting all our students achieve their potential in education, research and employment
Their philosophy is that everyone has a claim to education, in order to better their life, advance their career and reach their desired level of personal success. Hence, Lincoln believes that learning is a life long opportunity for personal advancement, growth and professional success.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Lincoln College's Diploma in Nursing is approved by the Ministry of Higher Education, National Accreditation Board (LAN) and the Nursing Board of Malaysia.
Students enrolled in the program are required to complete a curriculum which encompasses Behavioural Health and Nursing Sciences in three (3) years. Students will have the opportunity to enrich their knowledge and practical skills in hospitals and health centres, in collaboration and cooperation with Government and private health sectors.
Students majoring in Nursing will have to pay enrolment fees, cost of books, uniform, liability, insurance, immunisation and physical examinations. In addition, they will incur transportation expenses to and from hospital/clinics.
Senior academic staff are always available and willing to discuss and assist in matters relating to student welfare, special needs, and other pertinent matters. Furthermore, student leaders and their associations work closely with the College to enhance these services.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Information sessions on prerequisites, the enrolment process and other course-related matters are held every semester for prospective students.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/OBJECTIVES
Since the advent of modern Nursing education, the profession has developed its own career pathways, today leading from the Diploma In Nursing to the PhD in Nursing. Career opportunities are extensive and borderless, and Graduate Nurses are in demand across every continent in the world.
NILAI UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Established in 1998, Nilai University College is one of Malaysia 's largest private education providers and home to students from over 50 countries worldwide.
Equipped with university-standard facilities ranging from modern and up-to-date teaching facilities, fully-furnished on-campus accommodation to complete sporting and recreational facilities, the university college offers you a vibrant environment in which to pursue your academic and self development goals.
Built on a 105-acre site in Putra Nilai, a modern township strategically located 20-minutes from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport and 40-minutes from the Kuala Lumpur city centre, Nilai University College is by far the most picturesque college in the country.
Over the years it has built upon our pioneer 3+0 degree programmes to produce our own programmes which are validated for their quality and accepted by leading universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland and Canada.
Nilai University College was one of the first colleges approved by the Ministry of Higher Education to conduct 3+0 degree programmes.
Nilai UC was one of the earliest colleges recognised by the government to recruit international students. At present, international students from 40 countries worldwide make up almost 30% of the student population. In recognition of our quality services, Nilai University College was awarded the Industry Excellence (Education Sector) Award by the Malaysian External Trade Development Corporation, Ministry of Trade and Industry Malaysia.
UCSI
UCSI University believes in striving for and sustaining excellence by practising Unwavering Commitment to Serve Intentionally. This philosophy encapsulates the university’s mission to serve its community of students and scholars with unreserved commitment and with the express intention of providing best-quality education. The essence of this philosophy permeates the university, not only in the provision of "hardware" and "software" for the community of students and staff, but also to the surrounding community and its stake holders.
UCSI University presently has three campuses spread out in three different states, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to meet student needs. Our nine faculties offer a wide spectrum of academic programmes, ranging from Medicine, Pharmacy and Nursing to Music, Multimedia, Liberal Arts and English Language.
HISTORY
UCSI University began as the Canada Institute of Computer Science, a computer-based training centre located in SS2, Petaling Jaya, after which it became known as Sedaya College, when it was accorded College status in 1989. In 2001, it evolved into Sedaya International College, reflecting its increasing international focus. It was accorded university college status in 2003 and received university status in 2008, becoming UCSI University.
Kuala Lumpur Campus
Situated on a 19-acre piece of land, the campus is located in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. There is convenient access to numerous facilities including banks, restaurants, transportation services, entertainment, and accommodation. The campus is fully wireless, and is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology to access the world of e-learning and e-resources.
Sporting facilities in this campus include: basketball, badminton and squash courts as well as a gymnasium, a football field and a swimming pool. Other facilities include the four-level library, auditorium, recital hall, multi-purpose halls, computer laboratories, residential halls and cafeterias. Faculty-centric facilities include: the Anatomy & Pathology Museum, clinical skills laboratories, Petrochemical Laboratory, Physiology & Pharmacology Laboratory, Molecular Biology Laboratory, Microbiology Laboratory, fashion design workshops, Psychology Laboratory as well as, drafting and design studios.
Due to its rapid expansion, an additional 48-storey building will be built on at the existing campus. The new building will house administrative offices, hostel rooms, hotel suites, restaurants, a ballroom and also a clubhouse.
Terengganu Campus
The Terengganu campus in Bukit Khor, Marang (Terengganu), Malaysia, opened its doors in 2007 to medical students undergoing their clinical studies at the Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital of Kuala Terengganu. The 56 acres campus also houses the Faculty of Industrial Business and Faculty of Education which offers the Bachelor of Business Administration (Oil and Gas Management), and the Faculty of Education which offers the Foundation in General Studies. A Faculty of Science and Technology is soon to be added, with more programmes for each faculty in the offing.
Sarawak Campus
Situated in Kuching, Sarawak, this campus provides a dynamic and stimulating environment in which to study hospitality, tourism, events management, retailing, industrial relations and international business. The Sarawak campus is strongly linked with the industry's best such as Four Points by Sheraton of Starwood Hotels and Resort Worldwide, Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Sarawak Tourism Board and many more. This is to ensure that courses remain highly relevant to today’s demands of the hospitality industry, and allowing for the development of skills that guarantee these graduates employment worldwide.
In support of the rapidly developing hospitality and tourism industry in the state, UCSI University Sarawak's own expansion plans are already underway to build a campus and hotel at the mega Kuching Isthmus development site. The UCSI Education Precinct and the UCSI City Island Hotel will be built on 25.5 acres of land, all within the vicinity of the famed Borneo Convention Centre.
Future Development in Negeri Sembilan
In February 2008, UCSI University entered into an agreement with West Synergy Sdn. Bhd. (a member of The MUI Group) for the establishment of an education township. Covering some 160-acres, it is situated at Bandar Springhill, Negeri Sembilan. The first phase of this township involves the setting up of a brand new state-of-the-art private teaching hospital which would initially have 400 beds, but, would on completion, be able to accommodate 800 beds. The first phase includes the construction of a new building for the University's Faculty of Medical Sciences.
PANTAI COLLEGE OF NURSING
Established in 1993 to train nurses for the Pantai Group of Hospitals, Pantai College of Nursing and Health Science is managed by Pantai Education Sdn Bhd (PESB). Located in a strategic area in Subang Jaya, Selangor, the College and its other centre in Ayer Keroh (Melaka) assumes the responsibility to train and develop a new generation of nurses and allied health professionals.
Vision and mission, to provide a teaching environment fully equipped with the state-of-the art technology for a conducive learning environment is further enhanced by faculty members who are professional healthcare educators with vast teaching and clinical experience and specialization. They are fully committed in providing the correct learning environment to enable students to develop their potential in nursing through educational excellence, teamwork, professionalism, student focus and innovation orientation.
With the support of ten hospitals of the Pantai Group, the College has a long-standing reputation in providing nurse education, which is well recognized locally and internationally.Our trained nurses are readily accepted for employment in other countries such as the Middle East, Australia, New Zealand, Britain, Canada etc. To date, more than 1800 registered nurses and assistant nurses have graduated and presently 700 more trainees are still undergoing training at various stages of the 3-year diploma programme and 18 months conversion course.
MURNI NURSING COLLEGE
The origin of Murni Nursing College (MURNI) can be traced back to Az-Zahrah Islamic Medical Centre Bandar Baru Bangi, which officially establised on 1 July 2003 by Ridzwan Shoib and Abdul Rahman Mt Dali. Initially MURNI was located at Section 9, Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor before shifting to Bandar Putra Nilai, Negeri Sembilan in 25 December 2005.The establishment of Murni was the result of the MOU signed between the college and Ministry of Health. Through this agreement, the government provides facilities for students' clinical practice in three government hospitals namely Hospital Tuanku Fauziah, Kangar, Perlis, Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah, Alor Setar, Kedah and Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim, Sungai Petani, Kedah. Murni Nursing College started its first academic session in 24 August 2004 with its exclusive program, Diploma in Nursing.Murni's commitment is to produce trained nurses who are spruced to be professionally competent and communally confident within the society. This is a strategic way of portraying the status of Murni as a centre of higher learning which is capable of providing various fields of studies, especially in nursing which facilitates national development in the new millennium.Murni embarked on its ambitious plan to develop as a futuristic learning institution, which would provide better and up-to-date skills and systems for nursing education by taking full advantage of the rapid development in the nursing industry in line with its motto "Holistic Education For Noble Profession"
SURYA COLLEGE
Surya College is a newly established college approved by the Ministry of Higher Education (M.O.H.E), Malaysia and is situated in the heart of Butterworth city centre. Although the college is relatively new, the programmes are designed and conducted by highly qualified academics in their respective fields and managed by professional administrators.
It offers variety of academic programmes ranging from Foundation in Science, Cambridge A Levels, Short English Courses to Allied Health Sciences such as Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Medical Lab Technology programmes.
Programmes are moderated by the Board of Study which comprises renowned academicians from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and the parent university, VMU.
Students who study at Surya College will have a ready pathway to further their studies at Penang International Dental College (PIDC) and its parent university, Vinayaka Missions University (V.M.U) in India which is recognized by JPA, MMC and MDC for Medical and Dentistry programmes.
Therefore students who enroll into the college will be assured of high quality programmes and at the same time will get to benefit from its state-of-the-art facilities which cater an ambience that is youthful and fun as in line with the motto "Learning is Fun".
KDU
About KDU College
Established in 1983, and a pioneer in Malaysian private education, KDU College has continued to be an innovative leader in being the first SMART college in Malaysia. Through its SMART initiatives, KDU aims to provide a superior learning experience to nurture students to become independent and life-long learners.
KDU offers a wide range of programmes at Certificate, Diploma, Degree and Masters levels. The Certificate and Diploma courses are internally developed while the Degree and Masters programmes are conducted in association with prestigious universities in Australia and the UK.The college prides itself with its impressive alumni of more than 34,000 graduates. Many have successfully transferred to universities around the world to further their studies and have emerged as top students from these universities to become competent graduates who excel in their workplace. The college's high standards of academic provision are well recognised by employers of various industries and universities worldwide.KDU College is a subsidiary of Paramount Corporation Berhad Group, a public listed company with a strong property arm consisting of Property Development, Property Investment and Property Construction. Its education arm is made up of the two KDU College campuses (Petaling Jaya and Penang), KDU Management Development Centre (KMDC) and Sekolah Sri KDU, a Smart School at the primary and secondary levels.
The Diploma in Nursing and the Certificate in Nursing programmes are approved by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and the curriculums are approved by the Nursing Board of Malaysia.
KDU College Penang is creating an educational environment which values critical, reflective thinking, life-long learning , where you will effectively:
- Develop a professional attitude in the nursing discipline;
- Acquire competencies and skills in nursing;
- Practise roles as a registered nurse in a simulated ward environment
- Develop the capability for advanced critical thinking and problem solving through the practicum of the nursing process.
