WITH its sights set on a record-breaking year, Institut Jantung Negara University College (IJNUC) is targeting its largest student intake to date – 900 new enrolments in total.
This figure spans several intake sessions, with a primary focus on the upcoming July intake, which covers all diploma programmes.
This large-scale recruitment reflects the growing interest among school leavers in healthcare and health sciences.
Diploma programmes, in particular, are experiencing high demand as they offer a faster route into the workforce and provide early exposure to the healthcare industry.
The July session, representing the year’s largest cohort, includes several key programmes including Diplomas in Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical and Health Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Safety and Health, Psychology, Human Resource Management and Healthcare Management.
IJNUC vice-chancellor and chief executive Prof Emerita Dr Durrishah Idrus, stated that the overwhelming response to the July intake demonstrates increasing awareness of the importance of healthcare careers.
“The high enrolment for our diploma programmes this July reflects the continuous and rising demand for a skilled healthcare workforce, particularly at the support and mid-levels.
“IJNUC’s diploma programmes provide an accessible pathway for students to kickstart their careers in the health sector,” she said.
Earlier this year, IJNUC offered several degree and foundation programmes during its February intake, including the Bachelor of Cardiovascular Technology (Hons), Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Technology (Hons), as well as Foundation in Science and Foundation in Arts.
This was followed by the March intake for the Bachelor of Nursing (Hons).
Moving forward, the September intake will focus on undergraduate degree programmes, namely the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Technology (Hons), Bachelor of Cardiovascular Technology (Hons) and Bachelor of Nursing (Hons).
According to Prof Durrishah, IJNUC’s academic offerings are strategically aligned with industry needs.
“As an educational institution within the IJN ecosystem, IJNUC plays a vital role in producing industry-ready graduates through a relevant curriculum, quality clinical exposure, and practical training,” she added.
In an effort to expand its academic portfolio, IJNUC will soon introduce several new programmes, namely a Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences, Master of Health, and Master of Health Psychology.
These additions are aligned with current and future demands in the health sector, including a growing emphasis on mental health.
This record intake marks IJNUC’s rapidly growing and strengthening role in supporting the development of Malaysia’s healthcare talent through practical, industry-focused educational pathways.
To find out more about IJNUC’s programmes, head to its Open Day on April 4 and 5, from 9am to 2pm at the IJNUC Auditorium.
