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Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology)

Bachelor

Become an essential part of our healthcare system with the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology) from Charles Sturt University. Investigate current health conditions or discover new possibilities through research, exploring fields like molecular diagnostics, haematology, and immunology.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

4 - 6 years full-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Mar

Domestic Fees

$11,410 per year

ATAR

About this course

Overview

Become an essential part of our healthcare system with the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology) from Charles Sturt University. Make the world a safer place. Help develop cures. Improve patient quality of life.

In our accredited pathologist course, you'll investigate current health conditions as a medical scientist or discover new possibilities through research. Work at the forefront of healthcare as a medical scientist or medical laboratory scientist (pathology) and explore dynamic fields of pathology, including molecular diagnostics, haematology and immunology.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology) [Exit point only]

Make a difference

A day in the life of a medical laboratory scientist. Learn about fascinating careers in medical sciences and pathology.

Entry requirements

A completed High School Certificate with the minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR.
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

A minimum overall Academic IELTS score of 7.0 is required.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

Make a real impact in healthcare with our Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology). Dive into microbiology, haematology, immunology, clinical biochemistry, histology, genetics or molecular diagnostics. Explore pathology careers across the public and private health sectors, including:

Medical laboratory scientist (pathology)
Medical scientist

Course structure

Essential set (256 pts)Core subject256 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsBMS132Medical Science Communications and Methods8 credit ptsBMS181Human Anatomy and Physiology 18 credit ptsBMS182Human Anatomy and Physiology 28 credit ptsBMS139Pathology Specimen Collection4 credit ptsMCR101Introduction to Microbiology8 credit ptsBMS143Molecular Cell Biology 18 credit ptsBMS269Molecular Cell Biology 28 credit ptsBMS246Human Genetics8 credit ptsBMS274Human Biochemistry8 credit ptsBMS248Practical Separation Methods4 credit ptsBMS277Haematology 18 credit ptsBMS252Practical Haematology 12 credit ptsBMS272Histopathology 18 credit ptsBMS259Practical Histopathology4 credit ptsBMS273Histopathology 28 credit ptsBMS270Clinical Biochemistry 18 credit ptsBMS262Practical Clinical Biochemistry4 credit ptsBMS275Work Integrated Learning in Medical Laboratory Science 110 credit ptsBMS370Clinical Biochemistry 28 credit ptsBMS377Haematology 28 credit ptsBMS354Practical Haematology 22 credit ptsBMS367Immunology8 credit ptsBMS368Transfusion Science8 credit ptsBMS357Practical Immunology and Transfusion Science4 credit ptsBMS378Microbiology 28 credit ptsBMS359Practical Microbiology4 credit ptsBMS374Pathophysiology for Laboratory Science8 credit ptsBMS379Microbiology 38 credit ptsBMS381Molecular Pathology8 credit ptsBMS362Practical Molecular Methods2 credit ptsBMS385Work Integrated Learning in Medical Laboratory Science 210 credit ptsBMS466Medical Laboratory Management: Cultural and Professional Perspectives6 credit ptsBMS423Industry Case Based Learning in Medical Science8 credit ptsBMS424Integrated Clinical Placement for Medical Laboratory Science 38 credit ptsCHM104Chemistry 1A8 credit ptsCHM107Chemistry 1B8 credit ptsIKC100Indigenous Australian Health8 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

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