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    Laboratory science is a multi-disciplined and practical subject that focuses on the analysis of medical issues. As a laboratory science student you’ll learn hands-on skills that will help you diagnose and monitor diseases, and work out how to identify treatments.

    Often referred to as medical laboratory science, or clinical laboratory science, it can cover a diverse range of subjects like immunology, biochemistry, neuroscience and molecular and cell biology. As a graduate, you'll find yourself at the forefront of new treatment discoveries, helping diagnose and treat diseases, and making a real difference to people’s lives.

    Studying laboratory science abroad means you could gain access to the best programs and facilities the world has to offer. Laboratory science programs aren’t offered in many countries, so if this is the degree for you then studying abroad could be your best option.

    Laboratory science program structure

    Laboratory science programs are most commonly offered in the US, and can be studied at undergraduate as a BSc or BHS (Bachelor of Health Science) over four years. Most universities use the liberal arts model, which means you’ll study other subjects before concentrating on laboratory science modules in your last two years.

    You can study for a master’s degree as an MSc if you have a bachelor’s in a related subject, and these can take one or two years depending on where you study. If you already have a master’s some universities offer PhD or MPhil research degrees in laboratory science, or related subjects. These usually take three to six years, depending on the pace of your study.

    A lot of your learning on a laboratory science program will be practical in nature and take place in the lab. You’ll also attend lectures, group tutorials, seminars and do a large amount of independent study. Each module will have it’s own assessment methods, but you can expect to complete reports, essays, and take written exams.

    Most programs will have a number of elective modules you can choose, so no two laboratory science courses will be the same. However, most will cover certain core subjects, including:

    • Biochemistry
    • Pharmacology
    • Laboratory techniques
    • Cellular biology
    • Microbiology
    • Human diseases
    • Immunobiology
    • Neuroscience, Endocrinology and Reproduction
    • Haematology

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    Laboratory science undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in laboratory science

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      Applied Health Sciences, Medical Laboratory - BA/BSc University of Wisconsin Parkside, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,378 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,378 USD

      Start date
      February, September
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      Biology: Medical Laboratory Science - BSc Cleveland State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,765 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,765 USD

      Start date
      August, January, May
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      Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine) - BSc RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,635 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 37,440 AUD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Biomedical Sciences: Clinical Laboratory Science - BSc Long Island University Post, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      35,736 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 35,736 USD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Clinical Laboratory Science - BSc Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,676 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,676 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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    Associate in laboratory science

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      Clinical Laboratory Science - ASc Lake Land College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,500 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,500 USD

      Start date
      January, June, August
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      Laboratory Science Technician - AASc Fox Valley Technical College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      6,600 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 6,600 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Medical Laboratory Science Program - ASc University of Wyoming, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,500 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,500 USD

      Start date
      May, September
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      Medical Laboratory Technician - ASc College of the Canyons, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,000 USD

      Start date
      August, February, June
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    Diploma in laboratory science

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      Chemical Laboratory Technician - Dip Sheridan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,560 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 18,261 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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      Medical Laboratory Technology - UGDip MAHSA University, Malaysia

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      30 months
      Annual tuition fee
      4,600 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 4,600 USD

      Start date
      January, April
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    Laboratory science graduate programs

    Master's in laboratory science

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      Health Science: Medical Laboratory Research - MHSc Massey University, New Zealand

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      28,604 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 40,870 NZD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Medical Laboratory Science - MMLSc Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,696 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 39,572 NZD

      Start date
      January, February
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      Medical Laboratory Science - MSc University of Southern Mississippi, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,770 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,770 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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    Diploma in laboratory science

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      Chemical Laboratory Technology - Science Laboratory - OCDip Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      20 months
      Annual tuition fee
      13,024 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,334 CAD

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Chemical Laboratory Technology - Science Laboratory
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      Medical Laboratory Science - PGDip Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      27,696 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 39,572 NZD

      Start date
      January, February
      Show program overview about Medical Laboratory Science
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    Future laboratory science careers

    A degree in laboratory science will give you a number of great career options in the healthcare, pharmaceutical or scientific industries. Some roles that a popular among graduates include:

    • Laboratory technician
    • Laboratory scientist
    • Medical scientist
    • Clinical scientist
    • Medical technologist
    • Toxicologist
    • Forensic scientist

    If you don’t know exactly what career path you want to take, speak to your university’s career services. They should be able to help you work out what role might be right for you, and help you find internship opportunities.