Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00300K
The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honors qualifies you to work as a medical laboratory scientist in a range of areas in pathology, including hematology, 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 recognized 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'll 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, monitor and prevent disease.
Subjects
- MLS101 Hematology 1
- MLS110 Introduction to Diagnostic Pathology
- SBI150 Cellular Biology
- SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1
- SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2
- SBI182 Microbiology and Immunology (replaces SBI173 from 2021)
- SCH101 Chemical Concepts
- MLS202 Hematology 2
- MLS245 Medical Biochemistry
- MLS283 Clinical Immunology (replaces SBI283 from 2021)
- PHA214 Biotechnology and Genomics
- SBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological Studies
- SBI241 Pathophysiology for Healthcare (replaces SCH102 from 2021)
- SBI282 Clinical Microbiology 1
- SBI284 Histology and Histochemistry
- MLS300 Cell Pathology
- MLS301 Transfusion Medicine
- PHA311 Clinical Biochemistry
- SBI302 Clinical Microbiology 2
- MLS401 Laboratory Placement 1 (20 cp)
- MLS402 Laboratory Placement 2 (20 cp)
- PHM526 Research Design
- PHM527 Research, Ethics and Impact (new title 2021)
- HSC701 Research Project (30 cp)
- HSC702 Research Thesis (30 cp)
- MLS410 Professional Practice Consolidation
- MLS411 Laboratory Placement 3 (20 cp)
- MLS415 Laboratory Placement 4 (20 cp)
- PHM526 Research Design OR PHM527 Research, Ethics and Impact
- HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A sociological introduction (replaces HSC230 from 2021)
- HSC133 Perspectives of Indigenous Health (replaces HSC203 from 2024)
- SWK102 Communication Skills
Standard entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognized tertiary preparation course.Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.Defense members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading SeamanAir Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, CorporalArmy: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal*After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casuarina | International: $33,168 |
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