Graduate
Master of Medical Laboratory Science
Charles Darwin University, Darwin, NT, Australia
About this program
The Master of Medical Laboratory Science at Charles Darwin University equips students with advanced knowledge, practical skills and real-world experience in diagnostic pathology, covering key laboratory disciplines including haematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, anatomical pathology and genomics. The program prepares graduates for careers in diagnostic pathology, research, forensic science, public health, academia, and the biomedical and pharmaceutical industries, with roles including medical scientist, laboratory technologist and research assistant. It suits science graduates seeking a professionally focused qualification and hands-on laboratory training.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
2 terms of coursework
Core Units (14 units)
- Haematology 1 (replaced MLS101 from 2025)
- Introduction into Clinical Chemistry (replaced MLS245 from 2025 which replaced PHM527 from 2024)
- Histology and Histochemistry (replaced SBI284 from 2025)
- Biotechnology and Genomics (replaces PHA214 from 2026)
- Anatomical Pathology
- Immunohaematology
- Diagnostic Haematology
- Clinical Chemistry
- Mycology
- Virology & Parasitology
- Bacteriology
- Research Skills for Health Professionals (replaces PHM526 from 2026)
- Pathophysiology
- Professional Placement 1 (20cp) ##
- Professional Placement 2 (20cp) ##
Specialist Electives (1 unit)
- Indigenous Health
- Health Promotion
- Clinical Trials and Other Intervention Studies (replaces PHM524 from 2021)
- Epidemiology
Admissions
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field
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