Faculty of Health Sciences
 
Introduction

Welcome to the Faculty of Health Sciences at Villa College! We are thrilled that you are considering joining our community of dedicated and passionate students.

As a prospective student, you are starting a journey that will prepare you to become a healthcare professional, making a positive difference in people's lives. At the Faculty of Health Sciences, we are committed to providing you with an education that emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to become an effective healthcare practitioner.

Our faculty comprises experienced and qualified professionals who specialize in various healthcare disciplines, including nursing, medical laboratory sciences, and public health. They are committed to creating a supportive and dynamic learning environment that fosters critical thinking, professionalism, and ethical values.

We offer a variety of programs and courses designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the latest healthcare theories, practices, and innovations. Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful and compassionate healthcare practitioner.

Please take the time to explore our website and learn more about the exciting opportunities available to you at the Faculty of Health Sciences at Villa College.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community and supporting you in achieving your academic and career aspirations in the healthcare field.

Deans Message

Dear Students,

Welcome to the Faculty of Health Sciences!

Our faculty offers diverse educational opportunities in different disciplines such as nursing, public health, pharmacy, and health service management to prepare students for success as a healthcare professional. The future of healthcare in Maldives is filled with opportunities for committed, compassionate professionals who have a desire to contribute in improving the quality of healthcare outcomes. Thus, our mission is to train students who conducts research, practice knowledge with leadership qualities to be role models in healthcare in the long run.

I encourage you to explore the programs and pathways offered in our faculty and in Villa College. Our programs are fully accredited and approved by the Higher education authorities and governing bodies in the country. We offer certificate level 4, undergraduate and graduate programs across 4 disciplines: Nursing, Public Health, Pharmacy and Health Service Management. Our curriculum utilizes innovative teaching and learning strategies supplemented by opportunities to learn and practice skills in our state-of-the-art labs together with externship opportunities abroad. Our lab facilities assure students can safely practice clinical scenarios preparing them for real world situations.

Our lecturers are experts in their respective fields who are dedicated to assuring that engaged, motivated students have all the resources needed to be successful. They are available to help you determine which path best aligns with your individual goals and expectations.

I am constantly inspired by our committed lecturers and amazing students. Our students complete their educational journey together with their lecturers in a supportive and respectful environment. As a faculty, we have great opportunities and responsibilities to provide a transformational educational experience and prepare our graduates to positively shape the future of healthcare.

As the Dean of FHS, I am humbled and energized by the opportunity to serve our students and the staff of FHS.

Thank you for your interest in the Faculty of Health Sciences and I hope you will Join us!

Aishath Mala

Dean,

Faculty of Health Sciences

Programmes Offered
Staff Directory
Aishath Mala
Dean

Aishath Mala

Mano Priya Vijayan
Deputy Dean

Mano Priya Vijayan the Deputy Dean in the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a Masters in Medical surgical Nursing from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and an MBA in Hospital Management from Alagappa University. With four years... read more

Modules Taught
  • Dual Diagnosis, Substance Misuse and Mental Health

  • Medical & Surgical Nursing III : Theory and lab

  • Medical and Surgical Nursing II : Practice

  • Medical and Surgical Nursing III : Practice (Externship)

Research Interests
  • Promoting Good health and Wellbeing

Dr. Shaik Afsar
Senior Lecturer

Afsar Shaik completed his M. Pharm (Dept of Pharmacology) from P. Rami Reddy Memorial College of Pharmacy (Affiliated to JNTUA) Andhra Pradesh, India in 2012. And his Ph.D from Jawaharlal Technological University Anantapur, Ananthapuramu, India in 2021. He worked as... read more

Modules Taught
  • Anatomy and Physiology I

  • Pharmacology II

  • Anatomy and Physiology II

Research Interests
  • Pre-Clinical and Clinical Studies

  • Reproductive Toxicology

  • Neurobiology and Cancer Studies

Karthiga Raghupathy
Senior Lecturer

Karthiga Raghupathy

Farzana Sabiq
Lecturer

Ms. Farzana Sabiq is a dedicated Lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Villa College with 5 months of experience. She holds a Master of Nursing degree (Maldives National University) and has worked as a Clinical Nurse prior to... read more

Modules Taught
  • Advancing Practice in Long Term Conditions

  • Accelerating Learning for Professionals

  • Introduction to Nursing Education and Health Promotion

  • Essentials of Renal Care

Research Interests
  • Nursing and Behavioral Psychology

Pushparathi Chinnayan Nadar
Lecturer

Ms. Pushparathi is a dedicated Lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Villa College. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Psychology at MS University, Tamil Nadu India, bringing a wealth of... read more

Modules Taught
  • Leadership and Innovation

  • Assessment and Clinical Reasoning

  • Community Health Nursing : Theory and Practice

  • Accelerating Learning for Professionals

Research Interests
  • Care of long-term and terminally ill patients, including their physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs and the availability of services

Aishath Zeeshan
Lecturer

Aishath Zeeshan

Modules Taught
  • Health and Social Care Research and Research Methodologies

  • Evidence and Research in Practice

  • Independent Study

  • Accelerating Learning for Professionals

Aishath Zeeshan
Lecturer

Aishath Zeeshan

Modules Taught
  • Cardiac Care

  • Accelerating Learning for Professionals

  • Recognising and Responding to a Deteriorating Patient

  • Nursing Leadership and Management Practice

Anju Chandran PB
Lecturer

Meet Anju Chandran, a lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Anju holds an M.Sc in Nursing with a specialization in Critical Care Nursing from Dr.MGR Medical University, Tamil Nadu, India . She has extensive experience in the healthcare... read more

Modules Taught
  • Recognising and Responding to a Deteriorating Patient

  • Independent Study

  • Dissertation

  • Ethical Issues in Health and Social Care

Research Interests
  • Acute care, critical care, health quality and patient safety

Aminath Nasfa
Contract Lecturer

Aminath Nasfa

Modules Taught
  • Ethical Issues in Social and Health Care

  • Introduction to Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice: Theory

 
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