Faculty of Natural Sciences

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science

Bachelor 4 years Full-time APS 30+ NSFAS Funded
30
Minimum APS Score NQF Level 7
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
4 Years
NQF Level
7
Campus
Main Campus
Language
English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

This degree prepares students for professional registration as medical laboratory scientists, covering haematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, and histopathology.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects

  • English 4 50–59%
  • Mathematics / Technical Mathematics 4 50–59%
  • Life Sciences 4 50–59%
  • Physical Science / Technical Science 4 50–59%

Additional Requirements

  • Senior Cert: English D HG, Maths D HG, Biology and Phys Sci D HG
  • Applicants are required to undergo an interview as well as placement testing
  • Recommended additional subjects: Geography 4 / Agricultural Science 4
Even though a candidate may satisfy minimum admission requirements, acceptance is not automatic as further selection criteria are applied. Applicants from FET colleges must have minimum NQF 4 in Mathematics, Life Sciences, Physical Science and English. Closing date: 30 September.
Career Opportunities
Medical Laboratory Scientist Clinical Pathologist (pathway) Research Scientist Laboratory Manager
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