Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences Honours
- Entry level
- A-Level entry
- Field of study
- Health & Nursing
- Duration
- 4 years full-time
- Institution
- Africa University
Entry requirements
This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.
As the institution publishes it
At least two GCE Advanced Level passes in Science subjects or equivalent (holders of Diplomas in relevant areas may be considered); AND 5 'O' Level passes at grade C or better including English Language and Mathematics.
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About this programme
Trains laboratory scientists who run the diagnostic tests doctors rely on. You study how disease is detected in blood, tissue and other samples across haematology, chemistry, microbiology and immunology, with strong emphasis on accuracy, quality assurance and biosafety. Diploma holders in relevant areas may also be considered for entry.
What you will study
Haematology and blood transfusion; clinical chemistry; medical microbiology and parasitology; immunology; histopathology; laboratory management and quality assurance; clinical attachment.
Further study and pathways
Registration with the health professions regulator; MSc in laboratory or biomedical sciences; public-health laboratories and research.
Source: Africa University: Africa_University_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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