Program Overview

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences

General

The Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences is a undergraduate program offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Johannesburg.

• Faculty Website: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Department: Biomedical Science
• Programme Level: Undergraduate
• Programme Name: Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences
• Programme Code: B9B01Q
• Medium of Facilitation: Full-Time
• NQF Level: 8
• NQF Credits: 480
• SAQA: 93596
• Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Application End Date: 31 October 2025
• Campus: Doornfontein
• Duration of Study: 4 Years

Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to produce graduates competent to apply theoretical and practical fundamental knowledge and skills in the fields of medical science and research. The program provides extensive theoretical knowledge and practical training about various related modules and experiential training. This qualification leads to registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Career Opportunities

Medical laboratory scientists analyze clinical specimens submitted to laboratories by medical practitioners and interpret the results.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum APS of 30
• English 5 (60%+)
• Mathematics 4 (50%+)
• Technical Mathematics 4 (50%+)
• Physical Sciences 4 (50%+)
• Life Sciences 5 (60%+)

Selection Process

Mathematical Literacy and Technical Science are not accepted.

Programme Fees

The program fees are not specified in the provided context.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg has several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School