Medical laboratory scientists provide vital information for managing disease and health care. They run diagnostic tests on blood and other samples from patients in hospitals and clinics, using dedicated high-tech equipment and techniques to ensure the quality of their results.
Medical Laboratory Science is practical and hands-on with many specialist options to choose from as your career develops, including forensics.
This subject comprises the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLSc).
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Did you know?
The only way you can study Forensic Science in NZ currently is to take it as postgraduate subject for an MSc in Auckland.
The degrees that they recommend you take as an undergraduate include the Medical Laboratory Science degree (BMLSc) as well as Biochemistry or Chemistry.
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Career opportunities
Apart from the many opportunities for academic medical research, there are openings for careers in NZ, Australia and further afield. There is currently a shortage of diagnostic laboratory scientists in many areas.
This, combined with wide international recognition for the qualification, means that graduates often travel and change jobs as their interests and experience grow. Some move into pure research, or away from general health into industry.
A Medical Laboratory Science degree is a fantastic grounding for a challenging and fascinating career in forensics.
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Further info
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Write to or visit:
Otago School of Medical Sciences
Ground floor, Sayers Building
University of Otago
PO Box 913, Dunedin |
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