Diploma in Nursing (DNU)
Diploma in Nursing (DNU) program is designed to create an independent, self-directed, accountable professional who practices nursing with a health promotion perspective and an ethic of caring. At the end of the program, the student nurse will have knowledge and skills to make practical judgements based on critical thinking, intuition, research and evaluation in a variety of contexts with a diverse client population. He or she will be prepared to meet the professional practice requirements as outlined by the Maldives Nursing and Midwifery Council (MNMC).
  • Programme Name:  
    Diploma in Nursing
  • MNQF Level: 5
  • Duration: 3 Year
  • Credits: 360
Entry Requirements:
• Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in nursing AND certified competency in English language. OR • 2 passes (minimum E grade in GCE A’ Level and minimum C grade in HSC) in GCE A' Level/HSC AND passes in GCE O/L Mathematics, Biology/Human Biology and Physics/Chemistry AND certified competency in English language.
Modules
  1. Fundamentals of Nursing
  2. Anatomy & Physiology
  3. Applied Science (Microbiology & Nutrition)
  4. Pharmacology
  5. Communication
  6. Medical & Surgical Nursing I
  7. Fundamental of Nursing Practice
  8. Medical & Surgical Nursing II
  9. Pediatric Nursing
  10. Medical Surgical Nursing Practice
  11. Pediatric Nursing Practice
  12. Reproductive Health Nursing Antenatal, Postnatal and Family Planning
  13. Community Health Nursing & Environmental Health
  14. Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
  15. Nursing Leadership & Management
  16. Reproductive Health Nursing Practice
  17. Community Health Nursing & Environmental Health Practice
  18. Nursing Leadership & Management Practice