BSc in Medical Laboratory
Become an essential player in diagnosing and managing disease through laboratory science.
- 3 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Sep, Jan
Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science at Admas University equips students with essential skills in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Students learn to perform and interpret complex laboratory tests using modern instrumentation and methods. This program combines theory with hands-on laboratory experience across microbiology, hematology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and molecular biology. It prepares graduates to work effectively in healthcare laboratories and contribute to public health and research.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue careers in hospitals, public health agencies, private laboratories, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and diagnostic centers. They may serve as medical laboratory technologists, laboratory managers, quality control officers, or researchers. With specializations in hematology, microbiology, parasitology, or molecular biology, graduates play a vital role in diagnosing and monitoring diseases.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the program, students will be able to perform a wide range of laboratory analyses on blood, body fluids, and tissue samples. They will understand laboratory quality assurance, use laboratory instruments and technologies safely and effectively, and interpret lab data to aid clinical decision-making. Graduates will develop professional ethics, communication skills, and a commitment to lifelong learning in health science.
Course Structure
Year One
| Semester 1 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Psychology | 3 | Psyc1021 |
| Organic Chemistry | 3 | Chem1061 |
| Vector Biology | 3 | MeLS2111 |
| Mathematics for Medical Sciences | 3 | MATHS2001 |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 | Soci1031 |
| Civics & Ethical Education | 3 | CvEt 1021 |
| Communicative English Skills I | 3 | EnLa 1011 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Human Anatomy | 3 | Anat1071 |
| Human Physiology | 3 | Phys1072 |
| Analytical Chemistry | 3 | Chem1063 |
| Analytical Chemistry Lab | 2 | Chem1064 |
| Biochemistry | 3 | Bioc1073 |
| Communicative English Skills II | 3 | EnLa 1012 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Pharmacology | 3 | Phar1074 |
| Introduction to MLS | 2 | MeLS2081 |
| First Aid & Accident Prevention | 2 | Nurs2082 |
| Professional Ethics | 2 | MeLS2083 |
| Instrumentation | 3 | MeLS2084 |
Year Two
| Semester 1 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Writing Skills | 3 | EnLa 2011 |
| Epidemiology | 3 | ComH2092 |
| Islamic Studies | 2 | Iss 1011 |
| Environmental Health and Ecology | 3 | ComH 2022 |
| Health Education | 3 | ComH2094 |
| Principles of Genetics | 3 | MeLS2101 |
| Health Service Management | 3 | ComH 2042 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Molecular Biology | 3 | MeLS2102 |
| Medical Parasitology I | 3 | MeLS2112 |
| Basic Immunology | 3 | MeLS2103 |
| Biostatistics | 3 | ComH 2032 |
| Hematology I | 3 | MeLS3131 |
| Basic Computer Skills | 3 | Comp 2031 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Parasitology II | 3 | MeLS2113 |
| Medical Bacteriology I | 3 | MeLS3161 |
| Clinical Practicum I | 2 | MeLS2121 |
| Hematology II | 3 | MeLS3132 |
Year Three
| Semester 1 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Serology | 3 | MeLS2104 |
| Immunohematology | 3 | MeLS3133 |
| Research Methodology | 3 | ComH3151 |
| Medical Bacteriology II | 3 | MeLS3162 |
| Medical Mycology | 3 | MeLS3163 |
| Public Health Microbiology | 2 | MeLS3165 |
| Clinical Chemistry I | 3 | MeLS4181 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Histopathology | 3 | MeLS3134 |
| Practicum II | 3 | MeLS3141 |
| Toxicology | 3 | MeLS4184 |
| Medical Virology | 3 | MeLS3164 |
| Clinical Practicum III | 3 | MeLS3171 |
| Clinical Chemistry II | 3 | MeLS4182 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Urine and Body Fluid Analysis | 3 | MeLS4183 |
| Clinical Practicum IV | 3 | MeLS4191 |
| Student Project (Thesis) | 3 | MeLS4211 |
Contact us
Main Campus, Behind Maansoor Hotel, Hargeisa Somaliland
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