Diploma in Healthcare

About This Course

The Diploma in Healthcare is a dynamic three-year programme that opens the door to a rewarding future in the healthcare industry. Designed to build your understanding of healthcare values, strategies, and real-world practices, this programme empowers you with the hands-on skills needed to excel in today’s fast-growing healthcare environment.

What You Will Learn

Fundamentals of Hospital Administration
Essential Health Sciences and Healthcare Technologies
Hospitality Principles and Effective Customer Service Practices
Development of Analytical Thinking and Leadership Competencies
Application of Information Technology within the Healthcare Industry
Basic Concepts of Revenue Management in a Front Office Environment

Career Prospects

Hospital/Clinic Operations Assistant
Medical Records & Health Information Assistant
Health Promotion Assistant
Medical Call Centre Support Personnel
Medical Device/Healthcare Product Support Assistant
Health & Wellness Programme Support (NGOs/Agencies)

Academic Pathways

Diploma in Healthcare → BSc (Hons) in Healthcare Management → MSc/MBA (Healthcare Management) → PhD (Healthcare Management/Management/Health Education/Business Administration or any related programme)

Programme Details

Duration

3 Years

Programme Code

(R3/0910/4/0036) 02/31 (A6719)

Intake

January, June & September

Faculty/Centre

Faculty of Science & Technology

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Course Structure

Year 1

Introduction to Healthcare
Behavioral Science
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Basic Microbiology
Communicative English
Introduction to Environmental Health
Medical Ethics
Health & Social Care Services
Introduction to Pharmacology
Malaysian Studies
Youth Development
Critical and Creative Thinking Skills
Communication and Supportive Skills

Year 2

Current Issues in Health
Medical Office Management
Basic Immunology
Health and Safety
AMUnited 1
Business Communication
Health Promotion
Lifespan Management
Professional Development
Management of Medical Inventory
Health Issues for Specific Groups
Epidemiology

Year 3

Healthcare Marketing
Biostatistics
Healthcare Human Resource
Healthcare Management Information System
Ward and Lab Management
Waste Management
Healthcare Accounting
Risk Management
Practical Training in Hospitals/Healthcare Industry

Entry Requirements

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or its equivalent

Pass in Bahasa Malaysia and English with three (3) credits in the following subjects:
- Mathematics or ONE science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science); and
- Any other TWO subjects (including Bahasa Malaysia and/or English)

GCE/O-Level or its equivalent

Pass in Bahasa Malaysia and English with three (3) credits (Grade C) in the following subjects:
- Mathematics or ONE science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science); and
- Any other TWO subjects (including Bahasa Malaysia and/or English)

Certificate

A Certificate related to Health Sciences with a minimum CGPA 2.50. OR pass SKM (Level 3, MQF) in related field.
(Note: The institution may conduct appropriate screening and guidance in line with the field of programme)

Other relevant qualifications

Kindly refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) guidelines at https://www.mqa.gov.my/

English Competency Requirements (International Student)

Achieve a minimum of Band 3 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (High B1); OR
IELTS: 5.0
TOEFL iBT :42
TOEFL Paper based: 550
Pearson Test of English: 36
Cambridge English Qualification Test: 154

If a student does not meet these requirements, the University must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.

Diploma in Healthcare

Diploma in Healthcare

About This Course

What You Will Learn

Career Prospects

Academic Pathways

Programme Details

Course Structure

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Entry Requirements

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