University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationUniSQ offers Australia’s only 3-year Medical Laboratory Science degree accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS).
With UniSQ, your work integrated learning and clinical placements start with a pre-analytical placement in your first year of study. Clinical placements provide real-world experience in pathology laboratories and opportunities to enhance your employability.
Through medical laboratory science course work, learn how to examine blood samples to identify different types of anaemia, leukaemia and malaria, as well as how to determine the blood group of a patient requiring a transfusion.
Develop the specialised skills required to process patient tissue samples for diagnosis of diseases, such as cancer, and determine the compatibility of blood products for patients requiring transfusion.
Learn how to use state-of-the-art molecular and conventional methods to determine the cause of infectious diseases like pneumonia and meningitis, and blood and surgical wound infections.
Delivery mode
University of Southern Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 487-535 West St, Darling Heights
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
ATAR/RANK: 65.60
Pre-requisites
To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), and
- General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Cytologist
A Cytologist studies cells to diagnose diseases and conditions, often specialising in cancer detection. You might work in a laboratory or hospital...
Hospital Scientist
A Hospital Scientist conducts laboratory tests and research to support the diagnosis and treatment of patients. You might work in hospital laborato...
Microbiologist
A Microbiologist studies microorganisms and uses their knowledge to develop products such as vaccines or medications. You might focus on a particul...
Medical Laboratory Scientist
A Medical Laboratory Scientist plays a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring diseases by performing laboratory tests on various specimens. They...
Histotechnologist
A Histotechnologist prepares and processes tissue samples for examination by pathologists. You might work in hospitals, research laboratories, or d...
Laboratory Manager
A Laboratory Manager oversees the daily operations of a laboratory, ensuring all processes run efficiently and in compliance with safety and qualit...
Medical Laboratory Technician
A Medical Laboratory Technician conducts a range of tests on behalf of medical professionals. You might test bodily fluids or tissues to diagnose m...
About University of Southern Queensland
A recognised leader in online and blended education, we are renowned for our supportive environment and student-focused commitment to learning and teaching.
At UniSQ, we're fostering a values driven culture - one that is built around relationships and community, mutual respect, diversity and inclusion, and a strong commitment to ethics and integrity, collaboration, creativity and innovation.
We believe that every individual has a role to play in bringing our values to life. Our people live out the UniSQ values every day through the positive, supportive and meaningful relationships they create with their peers, students and the community.
