Overview

Through the Medical Laboratory Science course from Auckland University of Technology you develop skills in accurate observation and the collection, recording and interpretation of test results. Once you have completed this degree and fulfilled requirements of the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand, you can register and practise as a medical laboratory scientist.

Career opportunities:

Registered medical laboratory scientists work in public hospitals and community laboratories doing diagnostic laboratory testing across all specialisations. Other career paths include:

Diagnostic reagent manufacture
Laboratory management
Marketing of medical equipment and reagents

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Knowledge, Enquiry and Communication

Biological Chemistry

Microbiology

Histology and Cytology

Human Anatomy and Physiology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

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International students: We recommend applying at least three months before the start of the programme to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.

Domestic students: Apply well before the semester starts to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Public Health Medicine Health Sciences View 49 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

NCEA: 14 or more credits in each of Biology, Chemistry and Statistics

CIE: A D grade or better at AS or A level in each of Biology, Chemistry and Statistics

Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) requirements including police clearance

Cambridge International Examinations, International Baccalaureate (IB)

At least IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

43700 NZD / year

≈ 43700 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7726 NZD / year

≈ 7726 NZD / year

Additional Details

National: $8,918 - $9,565 (for 120 points)
International: $44,892 (for 120 points)
Part-time students will pay a proportion of this amount. The exact tuition fee will be calculated based on the courses you’re enrolled in.

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Auckland

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