| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Laboratory Medicine at RMIT University equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to perform diagnostic procedures in clinical pathology laboratories. The program covers various disciplines, including histology, microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics. Students develop problem-solving and critical thinking abilities through ongoing assessments and practical assignments. Graduates pursue careers as medical scientists, researchers, or clinical investigators in diagnostic pathology and medical research.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Laboratory Medicine at RMIT University is designed for graduates of general science or biomedical science degrees who are interested in a career in diagnostic pathology or medical research but who lack experience in the diagnostic laboratory disciplines. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform and oversee a range of diagnostic procedures in a clinical pathology laboratory. Students will also hone their skills in problem solving and critical thinking.
Outline:
The program consists of a selection of 12 and 24 credit point value courses. The courses included cover Histology, Diagnostic Microbiology, Clinical Immunology, Biochemistry, Anatomical Pathology, Haematology and Transfusion Science, Point of Care Patient Testing, Advanced Medical Informatics and Laboratory Management, Molecular Genetics and Diagnostics, Integrative Pathology, Viruses and Infections, as well as a research project or Professional Practice – Laboratory Medicine, in their final year.
Assessment:
Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes competency assessments, essays, laboratory reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects, and practical assignments.
Teaching:
The program is offered in a variety of formats, including lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions. The teaching staff includes practicing industry professionals with extensive experience and contact networks.
Careers:
Graduates of the Master of Laboratory Medicine are employed as medical scientists in the field of diagnostic pathology, as medical researchers, or as clinical investigators.