Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Program

The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of medical laboratory science. The program is accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) and is designed to meet the professional standards and code of conduct of the AIMS.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for all units within the course, with the exception of mandatory units with Note 3. RPL can occur for formal learning, non-formal learning, and informal learning.

Credit Thresholds

The following credits may apply into coursework units with Note 2:

• 24 units (288 Credit Points) is normally awarded for completion of a related Australian Bachelor Degree (or equivalent)
• 16 units (192 Credit Points) is normally awarded for completion of a related Australian Associate Degree (or equivalent)
• 12 units (144 Credit Points) is normally awarded for completion of a related Australian Advanced Diploma (or equivalent)
• 8 units (96 Credit Points) is normally awarded for completion of a related Australian Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree (or equivalent)
• 4 units (48 Credit Points) is normally awarded for completion of a related Australian Certificate IV (or equivalent)

Coursework Units with Note 2

The following units are eligible for RPL:

• HLTH1004 – The Reflective Learner and Health Science Scholar
• HBIO1009 – Introductory Anatomy and Physiology
• HBIO1010 – Integrated Anatomy & Physiology
• INDG2001 – Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples
• STAT2001 – Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners
• STAT1002 – Scientific Data Management and Analysis
• PHAR2001 – Introductory Pharmacology
• PBHL2001 – Epidemiology
• HLTH1001 – Introduction to Science for Health Professions
• CHEM1001 – Chemistry
• CHEM2002 – Organic Chemistry
• BIOL2007 – Biochemistry
• BIOL1006 – Introduction to Medical Science
• BIOL2002 – Molecular Genetics
• MICR2001 – Microbiology
• Option unit 1
• Option unit 2
• Elective

Coursework Units with Note 3

The following units are not eligible for RPL:

• HBIO2005 – Human Pathophysiology
• BIOL2008 – Haematology I
• BIOL2012 – Introductory Histopathology and Cytopathology
• BIOL2006 – Clinical Biochemistry
• MICR2002 – Clinical Microbiology
• MEDC2001 – Immunology
• MEDC2002 – Transfusion Science
• BIOL3005 – Genetic Pathology

Placement Units

The following unit is not eligible for RPL:

• BIOL3002 – Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting

Mandatory Units

There are three mandatory advanced professional discipline units that are not eligible for RPL:

• BIOL3003 – Haematology II
• BIOL3004 – Advanced Histopathology and Cytopathology
• BIOL3006 – Integrated Pathology

Applying for RPL

To apply for RPL, students must submit an application through the My Enrolment portal. The application must include a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates the student's knowledge, skills, and experience.

Portfolio of Evidence

The portfolio of evidence must include:

• A current resume or curriculum vitae detailing past and current experiences
• Other primary and secondary evidence, including personal, workplace, and third-party information
• A transcript of results of study and unit outlines, including learning and assessment outcomes (if applicable)

Appeal Process

If a student disagrees with the outcome of their RPL application, they may appeal within ten working days of the credit decision. The appeal will be commenced within ten working days and should take no longer than ten working days for an outcome to be reached.

Related Fields of Prior Learning

RPL may be available for students with prior learning in the following fields:

• Midwifery
• Nursing or Maternal and Women's Health
• Health Science
• Pharmacology
• Human Physiology
• Health of Indigenous Australian Peoples
• Practice-Based Health Research
• Biomedical Science
• Science
• Systemic Anatomy

Currency of Practice

If a student's prior learning occurred more than ten years before the application for course admission or RPL, they must provide supporting documents to demonstrate the ways they have generated and maintained currency of practice due to more recent and ongoing learning in a relevant field.