Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science - 059461

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

059461

Health and Recreation

Full time Part time

Course Fee

CSP/$9,314 (1st year contribution)

Southern Cross University - Gold Coast

Start Date

Mar 2026

Duration

4 years Full time or 8 years Part time

Offer Rounds

15 Jan 2026

Overview Admissions Criteria Student Profile Career Possibilities

Course outline

This course provides foundational knowledge in medical diagnoses and disease management. The degree covers foundational medical science topics such as anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, genetics, microbiology, histology, biochemistry and haematology, as well as advanced studies in immunohaematology, infectious disease, histopathology and genetic pathology. Students will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in laboratories, using modern technologies to analyse and inform the diagnosis of medical conditions. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science at Southern Cross University.

Southern Cross University

Other requirements

This course includes work integrated learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements must be met prior to attending placement.

Admissions Criteria

For additional information about the admissions criteria for Southern Cross University and for this course, refer to Southern Cross University website.

Prerequisites

Completion of Year 12 or attained age 18 years

Recommended study

Biology and/or Chemistry

Minimum Selection thresholds (ATAR/Selection Rank) for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

ATAR/Selection Rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR/Selection Rank for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

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Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.

Student Profile by Applicant background for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

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Notes

Contact the institution for information.

Career opportunities

Medical Laboratory Scientists in pathology and forensic laboratories. Graduates will also be qualified for scientist and quality assurance positions in biomedical, hospital, veterinary, university and government research laboratories and offices.

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