Overview
An Advanced Diploma in Midwifery is a specialised programme designed for registered nurses. This programme aims to provide advanced training and skills specific to midwifery, focusing on the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period....
The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical training. Students will experience clinical rotations in hospitals, birthing centres and community settings to gain hands-on experience under supervision. The programme covers topics such as pharmacology in obstetrics, advanced maternal-fetal medicine, neonatal care and reproductive during pregnancy and childbirth.
Students will gain specialised knowledge by learning advanced clinical skills related to prenatal care, labour and delivery and postpartum care. This includes managing complications during childbirth and providing care to both the mother and the newborn.
Academic Requirements
Local candidates (Female only):
- Possess a diploma in Nursing from a recognised institution by the Malaysia Nursing Board.
- Registered with the Malaysia Nursing Board.
- Possess a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) for nurses from the Malaysia Nursing Board.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical working experience.
International candidates (Female only):
- Possess a diploma in Nursing from a recognised institution by the Malaysia Nursing Board.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of the country of origin.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical working experience.
- Possess a current Temporary Practicing Certificate (TPC) from the Malaysia Nursing Board before clinical placement.
English Language Requirements
Local candidates:
No English requirementInternational candidates:
Pass IELTS with a minimum score of 5.5 OR TOEFL with a minimum score of 515/215/80- Anatomy and Physiology
- Pregnancy and Associated Medical Conditions in Pregnancy
- Maternal Nutrition and Pharmacology
- Research and Statistics
- Normal and Abnormal Labour
- Clinical Practice I
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1
- University Life
- Personal and Professional Development
- High Risk Pregnancy and Obstetrics Emergency
- Care of Postnatal During Puerperium
- Fetal and Neonatal Care
- Clinical Practice II
- Planned Parenthood and Gynaecology Diseases
- Home Visiting
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local) OR
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2
- Clinical Practice III
- Clinical Practice IV
- Integriti dan Antirasuah
Completing this programme opens up various career opportunities in clinical and non-clinical settings. Some potential career paths include becoming a Certified Nurse-Midwife in a hospital or community setting, pursuing a role as an educator or trainer, engaging in research, or working as a nurse administrator.
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 26,370
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 38,590
Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
