311376 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Laboratory Medicine)
BSc(Curtin), BSc(Hons)(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 064464E
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
4 Years
Introduction
Laboratory Medicine is divided into six major areas of study: clinical biochemistry, haematology and blood transfusion serology, histopathology, diagnostic cytology, medical microbiology, medical biotechnology and immunology. All disciplines involve the study, examination and analysis of body fluids and tissues by physical, chemical, biochemical and biological methods to provide information essential for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Course Entry Requirements
None. At least Chemistry 2C/2D and/or Mathematics 2C/2D, and/or Human Biological Science 2C/2D or Biological Sciences 2C/2D. STAT Written English and MC Verbal or Quantitative.
Specific Requirements
Applicants with relevant TAFE qualifications are encouraged to contact the School to discuss entry qualification and any recognition of prior learning. STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q. Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance Section of this Publication.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study. International onshore students on student visas are not permitted to study part-time.
Course Organisation
First year of the course provides a foundation in life and general sciences together with attention to communication skills. The first year medical laboratory science units form a basis for the study of individual disciplines in the second year. The second year of the course introduces cellular and tissue aspects of pathology and study of the individual discipline areas of laboratory medicine. In the third year there is opportunity to specialise in three major disciplines along with study of general subjects important across medical sciences. The second half of third year involves full-time clinical placements in a hospital or private pathology laboratory. This clinical placement continues in the first semester of the fourth year. The final semester of the course continues study in the chosen discipline along with opportunity to study core topics and case studies that draw together student knowledge and learning experiences from all discipline areas.
Professional Recognition
The Australian Institute of Medical Scientists and other appropriate professional societies recognise the bachelor degree as fulfilling academic requirements for membership. However, for admission to full membership of the Australian Institute of MedicalScientists, graduates must complete a professional component of postgraduate employment in an approved laboratory.
Career Opportunities
A degree in laboratory medicine may offer a diversity of career opportunities in hospital laboratories, academic research centres, private pathology, veterinary pathology, forensic science, the biomedical and biotechnology industries as well as employment opportunities overseas.
Additional Course Expenses
Students must obtain an Anatomy License and will require a laboratory coat. Students may also be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Further Information
For more information please contact Curtin Future Students on (08) 9266 1000 or email futurestudents@health.curtin.edu.au course structure information is available by searching for the course in the University Handbook at http://www.handbook.curtin.edu.au
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 313391 | v.1 | Human Structure and Function 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313394 | v.1 | Foundations for Professional Health Practice 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313400 | v.1 | Biomedical Science 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7230 | v.6 | Chemistry 181 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7076 | v.5 | Chemistry 123 | 5.5 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 312649 | v.2 | Indigenous Culture and Health 130 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313390 | v.1 | Evidence Informed Health Practice 100 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313395 | v.1 | Health and Health Behaviour 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313399 | v.1 | Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7231 | v.6 | Chemistry 182 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7077 | v.5 | Chemistry 124 | 5.5 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 311378 | v.1 | Histopathology 233 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311405 | v.1 | Medical Microbiology 235 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311406 | v.1 | Biochemistry 233 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311420 | v.1 | Molecular Genetics 233 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 311379 | v.1 | Pathology 232 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311380 | v.1 | Immunobiology 234 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311403 | v.1 | Haematology 234 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311410 | v.1 | Clinical Biochemistry 234 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 | |||||
| 311392 | v.1 | Laboratory Medicine Third and Fourth Year Stream | 400.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| 311398 | v.1 | Honours Third and Fourth Year Laboratory Medicine Stream | 400.0 | ||
| 400.0 | |||||
N1 Semester 2 is only available to students who receive Recognition of Prior Learning for the first semester.
NB The Laboratory Medicine Third and Fourth Year Stream and Honours Third and Fourth Year Laboratory Medicine Stream are taken over third and fourth year.
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
