Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours)

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Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Location
Rockhampton
Next start term
Term 1, 2027
Study mode
On Campus
Course code
CL10
CRICOS
097144D
First-year fee
A$43,440 (2026 Indicative)
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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 skills 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.

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
  • Residential Schools
  • Research Pathways
  • Study Full-time or Part-time
  • Epaphras Massawe holding his diploma
    “
    I really enjoyed networking during my work placement where I met a lot of people who had abundant experience in medical science. I learned a lot from them, and made many like-minded friends. What gives me the most satisfaction, is being able to participate in improving patient care.

    Epaphras Massawe

    Tanzania | Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours)

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

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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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Additional Information

Work Integrated Learning - BMSC12005

180 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

Specialised Work Integrated Learning - BMSC14004

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

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 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) is fully accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists until December 31st, 2028 and will be aligned with the next accreditation for CM18, also expiring 31 December 2028.

Many units in the course have compulsory residential schools in Rockhampton to ensure students acquire the technical skills of the Medical Laboratory Scientist.

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

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

English and Alternative Entry Pathways

CQU offers a range of English and alternative entry pathways to help you get started. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, there are options available, depending on your background and previous experience.

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During Your Study

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

Fees & Scholarships

Course Fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms). 

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

We offer a range of scholarships to support international students. Our merit scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students based on academic excellence and provide course fee reductions ranging from 15% to 25%. 

We also have region-specific scholarships for students from selected regions, offering a 25% reduction in course fees. 

You don’t need to submit a separate application for scholarships funded by the University. We automatically assess all eligible students for the best available scholarship when you apply for your course.

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In addition to your course fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses. These may include visa application fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), textbooks and learning materials, checks and certifications, living expenses and more.

How to Apply

Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.

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