IJN Holdings has announced the successful upgrade of IJN College to IJN University College (IJNUC) status, after receiving official endorsement from the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) on May 13.
Since its establishment in 2008, IJN College was developed to address Malaysia’s increasing demand for specialised healthcare education. Operating under the IJN Holdings umbrella alongside Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) — the nation’s leading heart treatment facility with international recognition — the college provides students with hands-on experience under the guidance of expert medical professionals and specialists.
This status upgrade validates IJNUC’s position as a leading educational centre for cardiovascular medicine, allied health disciplines, and healthcare administration. The achievement represents a major step forward in the institution’s development and its capacity to prepare future healthcare workers.
The institution’s flagship programme, the Graduate Certificate in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, has successfully trained over 400 alumni who now contribute to healthcare systems domestically and abroad. In total, more than 600 healthcare professionals have completed their studies at the institution since it began operations, demonstrating its academic quality and professional relevance.
IJNUC currently provides diverse diploma and specialised programmes, such as:
Advanced Diploma in Cardiac Nursing
Advanced Diploma in Cardiac Emergencies
Diploma programmes covering Medical and Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Occupational Safety and Health, Healthcare Management, Psychology, and Human Resource Management
Specialised Post Basic training in Infection Control and Renal Dialysis
Foundation courses in Science and Arts
The new university college designation has enabled IJNUC to secure MQA authorisation for additional degree programmes:
Bachelor of Science in Cardiovascular Technology (Honours)
Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours)
Diploma in Nursing
These undergraduate programmes will launch with the September 2025 academic year, welcoming students to the Yayasan Selangor facility situated next to IJN Hospital in Kuala Lumpur.
Looking ahead, IJNUC’s academic development strategy includes expanding into comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral offerings:
Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Technology
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Franchise programme)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Master’s in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Master’s in Health Psychology
Master’s in Healthcare Management
Doctorate in Healthcare Management
Leveraging its clinical expertise, IJNUC is also developing specialised postgraduate medical training in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, paediatric cardiology, and anaesthesiology, strengthening its position as a premier training destination for Malaysia’s medical specialists.
In addition to formal degree programs, IJNUC provides continuing education through short courses, professional certifications, and consulting services designed for healthcare professional development. These offerings include Patient Care Assistant Certification, Professional Certificate in Cardiac Nursing, Body Mechanics and Ergonomics Training, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Basic Life Support (BLS).
This significant achievement underscores IJNUC’s dedication to developing competent, caring, and adaptable healthcare professionals, advancing Malaysia’s objectives for excellent, accessible, and specialized healthcare education.
