Elevate your proficiency in clinical decision-making, knowledge, and practical experiences as a laboratory scientist through CQU's Master of Laboratory Medicine. This program paves the way for research or leadership roles within your specialized domain. Acquire advanced expertise in medical laboratory science, fostering career advancement.

Upon completion of the Master of Laboratory Medicine, you'll be equipped to function as a certified medical laboratory scientist. Gain profound theoretical insights and refined technical skills tailored to the clinical facets of laboratory medicine, designed for direct application in diagnostic contexts. Through a blend of laboratory exercises and clinical training, hone your technical competencies and evaluative acumen, enabling you to adeptly assess and execute best practices in patient testing and monitoring protocols.

Furthermore, this curriculum facilitates the cultivation of sophisticated communication skills necessary for seamless interaction with patients and fellow healthcare professionals, preparing you for the dynamic clinical or scientific environments. Given the paramount importance of clinical decision-making and problem-solving in the realm of medical laboratory science, you'll have ample opportunities to enhance these skills through hands-on professional practice, immersive clinical case studies, and engaging research endeavors.

Course Structure:
Completion of this program entails fulfilling a total of 15 units.

Unit Information:
To explore the units available within this course, please consult the Handbook and navigate to the "Course Structure" tab.

Credit Transfer Information:
If you have previously undertaken relevant studies pertinent to your enrolled course, you might qualify for credit transfer opportunities.

A Medical Laboratory Scientist is a health professional who conducts medical laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. They require specialised education and skills to prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination, analyse samples to study the effects of microbial infections and develop techniques to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. A Medical Laboratory Scientist has a degree of responsibility in the diagnostic process through the provision of advice to Medical Practitioners on the interpretation of tests, methods for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. They can undertake research and prepare scientific papers and reports. They ensure quality management processes and safety standards are followed in medical laboratories and undertake research in their area of expertise. Communication skills and exemplary professional attitude are all critical to success in this field.

To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold: A completed 3 year Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree in a Health, Medical or Biomedical di

IELTS Academic - Overall 6.0 (with no band less than 5.5)

TOEFL (internet-based) - Overall 75 (with no score less than 17)

PTE Academic - Overall 54 (with no score less than 46)

CAE and CPE - Overall 169 (with no band less than 162).