Undergraduate Diploma in Nursing Studies MQF/EQF Level 5
Course Overview
This Level 5 Diploma in Nursing Studies is a rigorous, one-year foundational program that prepares students for a career in nursing by combining essential theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
Designed in compliance with EU Directives 2005/36 and 2013/55, this diploma also adheres to the standards set by the Council for Nurses and Midwives of Malta. It provides students with a thorough grounding in nursing principles, ethical and professional standards, and the practical skills needed to thrive in diverse healthcare settings.
This program serves as both a standalone qualification for entry into supervised nursing roles and as a preparatory step toward further nursing studies.
Healthcare Assistant
Nursing Aide
Mental Health Support Worker
Community Care Worker
Infection Control Support Officer
his program does not directly lead to a warranted profession or a regulated nursing role, such as a Registered Nurse. However, it provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for further studies that can lead to professional registration in nursing.
Age: 16+
Must hold a minimum qualification at MQF Level 4 in Nursing
Holding IELTS or OET
Course Information
LEARNING HOURS: 1500 Hours
PLACEMENT & PRACTICE HOURS: 460 Hours
DURATION: 1 Year – Full Time
MQF/EQF LEVEL:
ECTS: 60
AWARDING BODY: Malta Further & Higher Education Authority – MFHEA
COURSE DELIVERY:
Face to Face Lectures
Presentations
Tutorials
Supervised Clinical Placements in Hospitals, Clinics and LABS covering 460 Hours
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