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Make the diagnosis that could save lives as an accredited medical laboratory scientist.
Medical laboratory scientists play a significant role in Australia’s health system. Working in diagnostic pathology laboratories across Australia, they support clinicians by diagnosing, managing and treating diseases through testing patient samples, conducting research into the causes and cures of disease, and developing improved methods for disease detection.
Our Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours) was South Australia's first fully accredited degree with the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS). As a four-year honours degree, you will graduate ahead of the pack with sound knowledge and skills to enter the exciting world of diagnostic pathology, or continue into a rewarding career in research. Benefit from clinical placements in a real lab, study advanced courses, and undertake a research project or advanced clinical placement aligned with your career goals.
Prepare for a rewarding career in laboratory medicine with South Australia’s No.1 university for graduate careers.1
1ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-23– Full-time Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities.
12018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
UniSA is an unstoppable university for unstoppable people. As one of the World’s Top Young Universities,1 we’ll ensure you get the experience your future profession demands so it’ll feel like you’re studying one minute and in a career the next.
Our enterprising spirit has made UniSA a renowned centre of innovation in the sectors driving Australia's future forward, including health and biomedicine. This is your chance to position yourself with advanced scientific knowledge in an era of rapid change.
As an industry-connected university, you will benefit from valuable practical work experience opportunities matched to your career goals. You’ll benefit from 13 weeks of real industry experience in a clinical setting in your third year, providing real-world experience and networking opportunities. Graduate ahead of the pack with an esteemed honours degree, where you will learn advanced courses needed for accreditation, and can choose a project aligned with your career outcomes: either participating in advanced clinical placement, or undertaking a research project.
You’ll be taught by industry professionals and expert academics through a practical approach to learning, and will practice your skills in our purpose-built, on-campus facilities and laboratories that emulate a real-world laboratory environment.
1Ranked #43, 2024 THE Young University Rankings.
Choose your level of study
Are you after a career change or looking to upgrade your existing skills? Or perhaps you just have an interest in a particular subject area and want to further your experience, skills and knowledge. We offer a suite of short programs that will allow you to build your knowledge and skill set.
Designed in collaboration with expert academics, program content is industry-relevant and up-to-date. In the laboratory medicine area we offer the Professional Certificate in Practice Education and Supervision.
As a medical laboratory scientist, you'll support clinicians in the diagnosis, management, treatment of disease and help develop improved tests for disease detection.
Medical laboratory scientists are employed in a range of areas, including:
View our guide on Science Careers for more information.
We are a globally connected university, our staff and students come from over 90 countries. We have more than 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement. Our students have completed placements and internships with organisations like:
Ready to start your studies in 2025? You can apply to the University of Adelaide or UniSA now before continuing on to the new Adelaide University in 2026.
When the time comes to transfer, we’ll be here at every step, ensuring you’re well supported with personalised advice and a detailed study plan.
Planning to start your studies in 2026? You can apply to Adelaide University directly.
Applications are currently open for international students and will open for Australian students in August 2025.
Have any questions? We're here to help! Contact Adelaide University's Future Student Enquiries Team.
Australian students
Phone: +61 8 8302 2376
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry
International students
Phone: +61 8 9627 4854
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry
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