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Study laboratory science abroad
An in-depth guide to studying laboratory science as an international student.
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Laboratory science degrees abroad
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 study abroad programs
Laboratory science undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in laboratory science
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Medical Laboratory Science - BSc University of Findlay, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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33,250 USD
Fee in university's local currency 33,250 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Medical Laboratory Science - BMLSc University of Otago, New Zealand
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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19,069 USD
Fee in university's local currency 26,490 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Medical Laboratory Science Program - BSc University of Wyoming, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,570 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,570 USD
- Start date
- May, September
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Pre-Medical Laboratory Science - BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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27,000 USD
Fee in university's local currency 27,000 USD
- Start date
- January, June, August
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Medical Laboratory Sciences - BSc University of Central Florida, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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22,478 USD
Fee in university's local currency 22,478 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
Associate in laboratory science
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Medical Laboratory Science Program - ASc University of Wyoming, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,500 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,500 USD
- Start date
- May, September
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Laboratory Science Technician - AASc Fox Valley Technical College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,600 USD
Fee in university's local currency 6,600 USD
- Start date
- August, January
Diploma in laboratory science
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Chemical Laboratory Technology – Pharmaceutical and Food Science - OCADip Durham College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,460 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,322 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Medical Laboratory Technology - UGDip MAHSA University, Malaysia
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 30 months
- Annual tuition fee
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4,600 USD
Fee in university's local currency 4,600 USD
- Start date
- January, April
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Medical Laboratory Technology - UGDip Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 30 months
- Annual tuition fee
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16,225 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,663 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Chemical Laboratory Technician - Dip Sheridan College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,339 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,261 CAD
- Start date
- September, January
Certificate in laboratory science
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Medical Laboratory Assisting - Cert Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 5 months
- Annual tuition fee
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8,904 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,340 CAD
- Start date
- January, September
Laboratory science graduate programs
Master's in laboratory science
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Medical Laboratory Science - MSc University of Southern Mississippi, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,770 USD
Fee in university's local currency 10,770 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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
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12,826 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,334 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Chemical Laboratory Technician - OCDip Durham College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 28 months
- Annual tuition fee
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11,862 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,107 CAD
- Start date
- September
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.
