Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours
Charles Darwin University
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About
The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours qualifies you to work as a medical laboratory scientist in a range of areas in pathology, including haematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, histology and serology.
This professionally-oriented, four-year, full-time course (or part-time equivalent), combines theoretical and laboratory-based study, along with industry placements in world-leading institutes.
This course is recognised by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS). Graduates enjoy employment opportunities in the identification and diagnosis of disease and pathogens, medical research, forensic pathology, public health and the pharmaceutical industry, both within Australia and Internationally.
You will graduate ready to perform tests on both human and veterinary specimens, such as blood, tissues and bodily fluids to assist in the diagnosis of disease and provide information about the treatment options. The results of these tests provide physicians with the essential information they need to treat and prevent disease.
Students will require a GPA of >5.0 to complete the research option and places will be limited.
Areas of study
Health, medical laboratory science, science.
Career opportunities
Completion of the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours provides you with a globally recognised, professional accredited qualification with employment opportunities in the identification and diagnosis of disease and pathogens, medical research, forensic pathology, public health and the pharmaceutical industry, both within Australia and Internationally.
Professional recognition
This course is recognised by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS). Graduates of this course will be eligible to apply directly to AIMS for professional recognition.
Practical experience
If undertaking the Professional Practice option, you will undertake clinical placements in diagnostic, forensic and world leading research laboratories within Darwin in your fourth year. You must have cleared a Police Check before undertaking any placements. Students whose Police Checks are not cleared will not be able to undertake placements and will not be able to complete the requirements for this course.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current CDU fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Chemistry.
Other applicants
Refer to the CDU general admission criteria.
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Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Darwin University website.
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