Master of Medical Laboratory Science

Program Overview

The Master of Medical Laboratory Science program at AUT prepares students for specialized roles in the field, fostering analytical and problem-solving skills. The program offers two pathways: Management, focusing on strategic and operational processes, and Specialized Scientist, emphasizing laboratory-based research. Graduates are highly sought after for their expertise in research, development, and management in the medical laboratory science industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Medical Laboratory Science program at AUT equips students with specialized skills in their chosen field, fostering their analytical and problem-solving abilities while enabling them to apply contemporary theory to current practices. The program recognizes the high demand for research capabilities in the medical laboratory science industry, addressing evolving technologies and changing diagnostic services. Graduates are highly sought after for their top-level evaluative and management skills, coupled with specialized expertise in research and development.

Outline:

This 240-point program includes 120 points of advanced-level courses and a 120-point thesis. Students can pursue either a management or specialized scientist pathway.

Management Pathway:

This pathway focuses on developing critical analysis skills for strategic and operational processes, along with examining the evidential basis for health policy development.

Specialized Scientist Pathway:

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Medical Laboratory Science program are highly sought after in various roles, including postdoctoral fellows, researchers, lecturers in universities, and industrial research leaders.