Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours)

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ATAR: 69 SR: 69
Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Location
Online and Rockhampton
Next start term
Term 1, 2026
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Course code
CL10
First-year fee
$11,254 (Indicative) (CSP)
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Overview

Gain an in-depth understanding of the theoretical and technical knowledge in the clinical disciplines of laboratory medicine for application in a diagnostic setting.

Whilst completing the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours), you will build technical and evaluative skills to assess and implement recommendations for best practice in patient testing, monitoring and education.

You will also develop an advanced level of communication skill to ensure positive interactions with both patients and other health professionals.

Through opportunities in professional practice, case-based studies and research projects, you will develop clinical decision-making and problem-solving abilities to enable you to successfully perform your duties as a medical laboratory scientist upon graduation. As a medical laboratory scientist, you will be prepared to work in private or public pathology, in hospital or clinic-based laboratories. 

Study Experience

Discover more about your industry-accredited Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) and how you'll benefit from 560 hours of experience, in an accredited pathology laboratory throughout your course. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Industry Accredited
  • Experienced Teaching Team
  • Online or On Campus
  • Research Pathways
  • Study Full-time or Part-time
  • Work-integrated Learning

Career Opportunities

Completion of the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (Honours) will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. A Medical Laboratory Scientist is a health professional who conducts medical laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete 30 units (192 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (30 units)

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

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Course Planner

To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and when you will study each unit, check out our course planners.

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Additional Information

Learned Society - Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS)

Core
Please note that the accreditation body AIMS has changed their name to the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists however the acronym remains unchanged. The handbook/website should say "The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) is fully accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists until December 31st, 2025".
Many units in the course have compulsory residential schools in Rockhampton to ensure students acquire the technical skills of the Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Specialised Work Integrated Learning - BMSC14004

200 hours of work placement. Student learning supported by clinical supervisors on-site and academics at CQUniversity

Advanced Work Integrated Learning - BMSC13012

180 hours of work placement. Student learning supported by clinical supervisors on-site and academics at CQUniversity

Work Integrated Learning - BMSC12005

180 hours of work placement. Student learning supported by clinical supervisors on-site and academics at CQUniversity

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

Student and Course Profiles

View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2025 via our Institute Profile. 

Institute Profile

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage. 

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in November each year.

Commonwealth Supported Places

This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.

HECS-HELP Loan

You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. 

Learn more about paying for university.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. 

Explore other study costs.

We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.

Explore scholarships.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your Application Options

Extra Admission Information

Prior to applying, take a look at important application dates and learn about our admission considerations, such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support. You should also check out the adjustment schemes that might be available to you and how to access them. You can also explore our offer information to learn more about what happens after you've submitted an application and how to respond to an offer to study with CQU. 

Applying for 2026

Applications for 2026 via the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC) open in August 2025.

More information will be available soon.

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