Postgraduate Diploma in Neonatal Nursing
2026-07-01Admission Requirements:
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from one of the accredited universities/institutes, or an equivalent degree recognized by the Supreme Council of Universities.
Target Applicants:
Egyptian and international students.
Application Periods
First semester (Fall): starts in the third week of September for 15 weeks
Second semester (Spring): starts in the second week of February for 15 weeks
Summer semester: starts in the first week of July for 8 weeks
Duration of Study
2 academic semesters
Minimum study duration: 1 year
Maximum study duration: 2 years (may be extended for an additional year upon approval of the Faculty Council based on departmental recommendations)
Credit Hours
Total: 26 credit hours
According to the reference framework of the Sector Committee and the general rules of postgraduate studies at Ain Shams University
Tuition Fees
Registration fees are collected at the beginning of each stage, along with credit-hour fees for each academic stage. Additional fees are charged for thesis defense (Master’s/PhD) and for comprehensive exam registration.
Program Advantages:
• Increasing demand for qualified nurses with advanced, evidence-based clinical skills in neonatal units
• A specialized and highly demanded field offering career opportunities in specialized hospitals, pediatric care centers, and neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) locally and internationally
• Improving healthcare quality and achieving sustainable healthcare goals aligned with modern scientific and technological advancements in neonatal nursing
Skills Acquired by Graduates:
• Providing safe and comprehensive evidence-based nursing care for newborns according to modern professional standards
• Managing critical and common conditions in neonatal and pediatric units efficiently and applying critical thinking in problem-solving
• Effective communication with infants’ families and the multidisciplinary healthcare team
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