Overview

The skills and competencies reflected in the level descriptors associated with an NQF level 8 qualification enable the qualifying learner to take up the role of medical laboratory scientists in owning or working for laboratory diagnostic services as well as undertaking research.

Career Opportunities

The following positions are possible after graduating this Medical Laboratory Sciences programme is offered at Central University of Technology, Free State:

Medical Technologist (existing nomenclature)

Laboratory managers

Head of Department

Quality Assurance Officers

Training Managers

Academia

Researchers and Research Assistants

Medical Representatives

Forensic scientists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

English Proficiency

Biostatistics

Health Chemistry

Health Physics

Human Anatomy, Physiology and Disease

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloemfontein, South Africa

Disciplines

Biomedical Science View 10 other Bachelors in Biomedical Science in South Africa

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of 30 points on the CUT scoring scale. Applicants with an M-score of 35 and above will be admitted directly into the programme. Applicants with an M-score of 30 – 34 will be referred for psychometric evaluation, whereafter the programme selector(s) will decide as to selection. All applicants are subject to a selection process for admission into the programme, and are required to submit proof of job shadowing at a diagnostic laboratory.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before: In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 50% on higher grade in the following subjects: English, Biology/Physiology, Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

5480 ZAR / year

≈ 5480 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3650 ZAR / year

≈ 3650 ZAR / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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