Undergraduate
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Diploma of Laboratory Technology at RMIT University builds on a foundation of scientific knowledge to develop a deeper understanding of scientific principles and a wider range of laboratory skills. As a laboratory technician, graduates can conduct tests for pathologists, biochemists, clinical chemists, pharmacologists, veterinarians and microbiologists, providing technical support to scientists in research, production and testing roles. Under supervision, students examine changes in cells and tissues, perform chemical analyses of blood and other body fluids, and assist with research. Graduates can work in hospitals, research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, pathology laboratories and government departments.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Program code C5434 (CRICOS 112044A). Delivered at City Campus
- Full Time 1 Years. As a graduate of this course
- you'll be qualified to work as a technician in pathology and research laboratories
- providing services and support for diagnostic screening
- medical research
- vaccine production
- agriculture
- commercial plant propagation
- microbiology
- and more. The course has strong links with industry (including private pathology laboratories, hospital pathology laboratories research and testing laboratories) through the student work placement
- regular student/staff visits to laboratories and the Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Laboratories actively recruit RMIT student graduates. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation Graduates are eligible for memb
Admissions
Academic requirements You must have: Successfully completed the Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (MSL40122 or MSL40118) OR Successfully completed a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline OR Provided evidence of technical laboratory skills, knowledge and employment experience. Applicants applying on a basis of entry other than successful completion of MSL40122 or MSL40118 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques fr
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