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Academic Qualifications
- Ph.D in Nursing - Doctor of Philosophy, International Islamic University Malaysia
- MASTER OF INFORMATICS - Masters Degree, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
- Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) - Bachelor Degree, International Islamic University Malaysia
Airul Azizan Bin Zainudin (Dr.)
Assistant Professor
IIUM Kuantan Campus
KULLIYYAH OF NURSING
airul@iium.edu.my
7349
Expert Profile
Airul Azizan Zainudin serves as an esteemed Assistant Professor at the Kulliyyah of Nursing, International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM), where he contributes his vast expertise in nursing informatics, nursing education, technology-enhanced learning, entrepreneurship, user-centered design, and usability. A proud alumnus of IIUM, he earned his Bachelor of Nursing in 2011, demonstrating early on his commitment to advancing healthcare through education and practice. Before embarking on his academic journey, Airul honed his skills as a registered nurse at a renowned renal care center, where he developed a foundational understanding of patient care and medical practices. His passion for integrating technology with healthcare led him to a pivotal role in a healthcare IT solutions company. There, Airul worked collaboratively with IT programmers and medical practitioners to design, test, commission, and train staff on innovative healthcare management products and services. His efforts have significantly impacted clinic management systems across Malaysia, benefiting over 50 general practitioners with enhanced operational efficiencies. In pursuit of further excellence, Airul expanded his academic credentials with a Master of Informatics from Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2016, followed by a PhD in Nursing from IIUM in 2022. These achievements underscore his interdisciplinary approach to nursing, blending information science with healthcare to foster advancements in the field. As the Head of the Department of Entrepreneurship Development Centre at IIUM from 2022 to 2023, Airul demonstrated exceptional leadership in promoting entrepreneurial skills among students and faculty, further highlighting his versatility and commitment to fostering a holistic educational environment. His scientific pursuits and contributions continue to pave the way for innovations in nursing and healthcare education, embodying a relentless pursuit of knowledge and improvement in both practice and pedagogy.
Area of Specialisation
- Medical And Health ~ Medical And Health Sciences ~ Nursing ~ Medical
Teaching Responsibilities
| CLINICAL FIQH IN NURSING | 2024/2025 |
| DISCOVERY OF SPECIALIZATION IN NURSING | 2022/2023 |
| ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN NURSING | 2024/2025 2023/2024 |
| FINAL YEAR RESEARCH PROJECT I | 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
| FINAL YEAR RESEARCH PROJECT II | 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
| FUNDAMENTAL NURSING PRACTICE | 2024/2025 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
| FUNDAMENTAL OF MEDICAL-SURGICAL AND SPECIAL SENSES NURSING PRACTICE | 2021/2022 |
| GASTROINTESTINAL,HEPATOBILIARY AND NEUROLOGICAL NURSING PRACTICE | 2021/2022 |
| Health Care Delivery System and Roles of Advanced Health Care Practitioners | 2024/2025 |
| INNOVATION IN NURSING | 2024/2025 2023/2024 |
| INTEGRATED NURSING SCIENCES (FINAL PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION) | 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
| ISSUES, CHALLENGES AND FUTURE TRENDS IN NURSING | 2024/2025 |
| MEDICAL SOCIOLOGY, PSYCHOLOGY AND TRANSCULTURAL NURSING | 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
Research Projects
Completed
| 2023 - 2024 | Digital Entrepreneurship Programme for the Improvement of the Quality of Life among Asnaf in Tourism Activities in Perlis |
| 2023 - 2024 | Islamic perspectives on the use of Artificial Intelligence in nursing care |
On-Going
| 2024 - Present | Knowledge Transfer Programme: Enhancing Sustainability among Asnaf Community in Perlis through Smart Organic Composting |
| 2023 - Present | COMPOST WITH US: A SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROJECT |
| 2022 - Present | Psychology and Sociology in Nursing from Islamic Perspective |
| 2022 - Present | Nursing Education in Malaysia for the 21st Century: An analysis of Flexible Learning to Teach Clinical Skills to Nursing Students |