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      Study medical technology abroad

      An in-depth guide to studying medical technology as an international student.

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      Medical technology degrees abroad

      Medical technology programs equip students with the theoretical and practical skills needed to perform laboratory tests on human specimens.

      You’ll get to grips with several pieces of medical equipment, and use them to investigate bodily tissues and fluids. You’ll learn how to conduct tests that are essential for detecting, diagnosing, treating, and preventing human diseases.

      Studying overseas is an unbeatable opportunity to learn from international experts. You’ll be at the forefront of new developments, and gain an appreciation for the importance of technology in the global management of health conditions.

      Medical technology program structure

      Bachelor’s degrees in medical technology take three or four years to complete, depending on where you study. Most programs include two or three years of coursework, followed by at least 12 months of clinical rotations.

      Work placements are great for developing your professional skills and applying what you’ve learned to real-world settings.

      Once you’ve earned your bachelor’s degree, you can go on to study for a postgraduate qualification. Master’s degrees can be studied over one or two years, while doctorate programs typically take between four and six years.

      You’ll benefit from a variety of practical and theoretical teaching methods, including lectures, labs, workshops, and seminars. The content of medical technology programs differs from institution to institution, but here are some of the core topics you’ll address:

      • Health information systems for medical technology
      • Med-tech laws and bioethics
      • Laboratory management
      • Inorganic and organic chemistry
      • Biostatistics and epidemiology
      • Principles of biology
      • Instrumental methods of analysis
      • Fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology

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        Medical Technology - BSc Indiana Wesleyan University, USA

        Program type
        Bachelor's
        Duration
        4 years
        Annual tuition fee
        28,184 USD

        Fee in university's local currency 28,184 USD

        Start date
        September, January, May
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        Agricultural Science, Veterinary Technology - BSc Florida A&M University, USA

        Program type
        Bachelor's
        Duration
        4 years
        Annual tuition fee
        17,940 USD

        Fee in university's local currency 17,940 USD

        Start date
        January, August
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        Animal Technology: Veterinary Technology - BSAG Murray State University, USA

        Program type
        Bachelor's
        Duration
        4 years
        Annual tuition fee
        13,920 USD

        Fee in university's local currency 13,920 USD

        Start date
        January, August
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        Veterinary Technology - BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

        Program type
        Bachelor's
        Duration
        4 years
        Annual tuition fee
        27,000 USD

        Fee in university's local currency 27,000 USD

        Start date
        January, June, August
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        Medical Technology - BSc Campbellsville University, USA

        Program type
        Bachelor's
        Duration
        4 years
        Annual tuition fee
        25,400 USD

        Fee in university's local currency 25,400 USD

        Start date
        January, August, October
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      Future medical technology careers

      You’ll graduate with an impressive range of practical and analytical skills. You could apply your expertise to several jobs in clinical and laboratory settings, as well as health-related roles in business and government.

      Your employment prospects are unlimited, but here’s a flavor of the most popular graduate destinations:

      • Medical technologist
      • Radiographer
      • Biomedical scientist
      • Clinical engineer
      • Laboratory technologist
      • Ultrasound technician
      • Doctoral assistant
      • Diagnostic medical sonographer

      To qualify for lots of the roles listed above, you must undertake postgraduate training and become a licensed professional. Your university’s careers service can advise you on the steps you’ll need to take to land your dream job.