Our program, BSc (Hons) in Nursing (Public Health) is designed for nurses interested to gain a professional qualification in health visiting, occupational health nursing or school nursing. The program proposes registered nurses a prospect to enhance their knowledge and extend their skills to enhance health. This course is appropriate for qualified nurses with a dedication to prevention and health advancement and evidence-based practice in a civic setting. They are enabled in acquiring their knowledge and competences to enhance the provision of health care, by employing appropriate theory, research, and support, to reflect modern perceptions.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• For Malaysian Candidates

Option 1:

1. Possess Diploma in Nursing (MQF Level 4) or its equivalent
2. Minimum three (3) months working experience in public health
3. Possess a Post Basic in Midwifery
4. Registered with Nursing Board Malaysia
5. Possess a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC)

Option 2:

1. Possess Diploma in Nursing (MQF Level 4) or its equivalent
2. Possess a Post Basic in Public Health Nursing
3. Registered with Nursing board Malaysia
4. Possess a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC)

1. For International Candidates
   1. Possess Diploma in Nursing (MQF Level 4) or its equivalent
   2. Minimum three (3) Years clinical working experience
   3. Registered with Nursing Council or Board of country of origin
   4. Possess a post basic in Public Health Nursing or Midwifery subject to approval of the Selection Committee of the University
   5. Possess a current Temporary Practicing Certificate (TPC) form Nursing Board Malaysia before clinical placement
   6. Pass International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with minimum score of 5.5 or Test of English as a Foreign Language as a medium of instruction.
2. Health Status
   1. All candidates must be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner within one-month form commencement of the nursing programme.
   2. All candidates will be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner within one month of commencement of programme.
   3. Candidates with any of the following medical conditions cannot be admitted into the programme such as:
      1. HIV / AIDS
      2. Hepatitis B
      3. Hepatitis C
      4. Mental health disorders
      5. Epilepsy
      6. Colour blindness
   4. Candidate must not have any physical disabilities or impaired senses that hinder nursing dexterity.
   5. Pregnancy is not allowed throughout the course.

CAREER PROPSCETS

Lincoln University College is committed to support its students in their progression towards a gratifying graduate destination and strive to serve professional assistance with the aim of encouraging its students to achieve their prospective. After completion of this course the students are expected to find jobs and work as:

1. Public Health Practitioner.
2. Health Improvement Practitioner.
3. Data Analyst.
4. Health Campaign Manager.