UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours)
CQUniversity Australia, Multi-campus, QLD + national, Australia
About this program
CQU's Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) (CL10) develops the theoretical and technical knowledge of laboratory medicine needed for diagnostic practice, including 560 hours of experience in an accredited pathology laboratory. Students build technical and evaluative skills for patient testing and monitoring, alongside communication skills for working with patients and health professionals. Graduates pursue employment as Medical Laboratory Scientists, conducting tests used to diagnose, treat and prevent disease.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- 192 credits30 units
- all core
- including Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2
- Professional Practice in Medical Sciences (residential school)
- Atoms
- Molecules and Matter (residential school)
- Microbiology (residential school)
- Foundations of Biochemistry
- Foundations of Immunology (residential school)
- and Measurement and Evaluation in Health Science
- building toward the course's placement hours
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
For international applicants: successful completion of Australian Year 12 (or an equivalent overseas senior secondary qualification) with a science background, an Australian Qualifications Framework Certificate IV (or equivalent), or approved university foundation studies.
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