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To save more courses you will need to unsave some courses in your dashboard. Blended learning Virtual tours Contact us Apply Blended learning Virtual tours Contact us Apply Quick facts Student type: Local International Create a personalised brochure Student type: Local International Quick facts Entry score Not applicable Duration Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years Location Bundoora Fees Commonwealth supported places Next intake February, July Entry score IELTS 6.5 Duration Full-time 2 years Location Bundoora Fees AU$41,280 (2022 annual) Next intake February, July Create a personalised brochure Overview Details Career Admissions Pathways Fees Domestic,International Sorry, this program is not available for local students. Please contact us for more information. Sorry, this program is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa. If you hold a different visa type, you may be eligible. Please contact us for more information. Overview Your career in laboratory medicine Graduates are employed as medical scientists in the field of diagnostic pathology, as medical researchers, or as clinical investigators. What you will study You’ll specialise in two clinical pathology discipline streams. On graduation, you'll have high-level skills in analysis and knowledge integration relevant to your area of specialisation. Details Qualify for a career in diagnostic pathology and medical research. This program suits graduates from biological science or biomedical science degrees. You’ll specialise in two clinical pathology discipline streams from the following options: anatomical pathology clinical biochemistry haematology medical microbiology transfusion and transplantation science On graduation, you'll have high-level skills in analysis and knowledge integration relevant to your area of specialisation. How you will learn RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures. Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes competency assessments, essays, laboratory reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects, and practical assignments. During the final semester of study, eligible students can undertake one full semester of supervised practice in either a medical research laboratory or a diagnostic pathology laboratory. Industry connections The School of Health and Biomedical Sciences has extensive links with industry through their industry advisory committees (IACs) and through research projects and consulting. Employers and industry professionals are members of these program advisory committees and have contributed to both the initial development and ongoing improvement of this program. Their involvement ensures that the program remains relevant to your needs as a graduate and to the needs of graduate employers. Many of the teaching staff within the program are (or have been) practicing industry professionals with extensive industry experience and contact networks. This experience, when integrated into learning and teaching practice, enriches your learning environment. International opportunities Laboratory medicine provides opportunities for students to travel overseas and undertake 10 to 13 weeks of professional practice in an approved laboratory. Destination countries include the UK, the USA, Ireland, Singapore, Korea and Sweden. Multiple campuses The program is offered at the Bundoora Campus with elective options available at the City Campus. Key people Dr Roula Kyriacou, Program Manager Learning outcomes The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes. Electives and program structure The program consists of a selection of 12 and 24 credit point value courses, covering 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. Students may be eligible to exit with a graduate diploma, with the approval of the Program Manager, after completing 96 credit points of study. The main intake for this program is Semester 2 (July). Semester 2 commencement Applicants without an undergraduate degree in laboratory medicine are advised to apply for Semester 2 (July). Full time students complete 4-core courses in their first semester. During second semester you'll choose any two 24-credit point advanced courses. (Please note, only students with a strong medical microbiology background can select Microbiology.) In third semester, you'll complete the Advanced Laboratory Medicine course which includes a laboratory-based project and a core course in biostatistics, plus an additional 12-credit point foundation course. For your final semester, you can choose between undertaking a professional practice placement or a research project (depending on availability). Semester 1 commencement Students with an undergraduate degree in laboratory medicine may apply to commence in Semester 1 (February/March). Students with an undergraduate degree in science or biomedical science who have a strong background with third-year specialisation in biochemistry or microbiology may apply to commence in Semester 1. Full time students will complete one advanced course and two elective courses. During second semester you'll undertake the Advanced Laboratory Medicine course, which includes a laboratory-based project and two 12 credit point electives. In your third semester, you will complete one 24 credit point advanced course, Biostatistics, and one 12 credit point elective course. For your final semester, you can choose between undertaking a professional practice placement or a research project (depending on availability). Choose a program structure Program code: MC158 Title Location Duration Plan code CRICOS Master of Laboratory Medicine Bundoora Campus 2 years Full Time 4 years Part Time 2 years Full Time MC158 056171G View plan Choose a program structure Program code: MC158 Master of Laboratory Medicine Location Bundoora Campus Duration 2 years Full Time 4 years Part Time 2 years Full Time Plan code MC158 CRICOS 056171G View plan Career Medical scientists work in: hospital laboratories private pathology laboratories state health laboratories universities as technical support specialists in commercial companies Looking forward, employment for Medical Laboratory Scientists to November 2020 is expected to have moderate growth. (source: joboutlook.gov.au) Professional recognition and accreditation Graduates may also be eligible for professional membership of the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) if they meet AIMS accreditation requirements. This professional body represent medical laboratory scientists in Australia. Admissions An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in a cognate discipline (laboratory medicine, biomedical or biological sciences or medicine) with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.0 out of 4.0, and which includes studies of molecular biology or molecular pathology with a practical component at or above second year undergraduate level; OR An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in a cognate discipline (laboratory medicine, biomedical or biological sciences or medicine) which includes studies of molecular biology or molecular pathology with a practical component with at or above second year undergraduate level; and at least five years (full-time equivalent) of relevant work experience in diagnostic pathology. Note: Applicants will be selected competitively based on undergraduate and/or postgraduate grades, combined with relevant work experience. If you wish to have industry or employment experience assessed as part of meeting the entry requirements you will need to provide a detailed CV/resume listing previous positions, dates of employment and position responsibilities; a statement from your employer confirming these details (or contact details of employer so RMIT can seek confirmation); and evidence of any relevant professional development undertaken. The normal intake for the program is semester 2 (July). Semester 1 commencement is only available to applicants who hold an undergraduate degree in Laboratory Medicine or; an undergraduate degree in Science or Biomedical Science with a third-year specialisation in Biochemistry or Microbiology. You must have successfully completed: An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a cognate discipline (Laboratory Medicine, Biomedical or Biological Sciences, or Medicine) with a minimum GPA of 2.0 (out of 4.0); or An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a cognate discipline (Laboratory Medicine, Biomedical or Biological Sciences, or Medicine) with at least 5 years’ work experience in diagnostic pathology laboratory. Entry requirements Prerequisites None Selection tasks None English language requirements You must meet the University’s minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program. Prerequisites None Selection tasks None English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information. Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide. Immunisation and compliance requirements Students who are successful in obtaining a place in the program must meet a number of Immunisation and Compliance requirements upon commencement of their studies in the program Immunisations and vaccination requirements Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis (dTpa – Adult Dose). Must be this immunisation NOT ADT (Adult Diphtheria/Tetanus – does not contain the pertussis component). Poliomyelitis: Primary course of 3 vaccination doses. Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR, 2 vaccination doses AND blood test (serology report) to confirm immunity. Hepatitis A: Primary course of 2 vaccination doses OR serology to show immunity to Hep A Ab. Hepatitis B: Primary course of 3 vaccination doses AND serology to confirm anti-HBV level is greater than or equal to 10mIU/ml. Varicella: 2 vaccination doses OR blood test (serology report) to confirm immunity OR history of chickenpox Influenza Vaccination: Annual requirement. Tuberculin Screen: Tuberculin Skin Test OR Quantiferon TB Assay blood test (serology) to show immunity. This is an annual requirement for the duration of your study. PLEASE NOTE: A full course of immunisations can take up to 7 months to complete and students should contact their Medical Practitioner prior to entering the program to commence immunisations. It is a requirement that students will have commenced all immunisations and will continue to progress this until completion of the vaccination courses by the deadlines set by the University. Compliance requirements Police Check: Students must present evidence of a successful National Police Records Check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program (Annual requirement for the duration of your Program). National Police records check are conducted via fit2work. An account with fit2work will be created using the student’s name and the RMIT issued student email address, once studies in the program have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. Working with Children Check (valid for 5 years): Students must hold a valid Working with Children Check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program. Hand Hygiene Certificate: Students will be required to undertake Hand Hygiene prior to undertaking professional placement as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. NDIS Worker Screening Check*: You may be required to apply for and receive an acceptable NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placement with an NDIS provider as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. COVID19 Vaccination*: You will be required to undertake COVID19 Vaccination as part of this program. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. *All relevant screening and compliance check fees are the responsibility of the student. For more information or if you have any questions about these requirements please contact RMIT Connect – Work and Study Opportunities where your enquiry will be dealt with accordingly. Inherent requirements The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements. If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require. View requirements The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements. If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require. View requirements By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can: understand more about the program determine if you may need support during your studies make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings. Pathways Pathway options Upon successful completion of 96 credit points, you may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Laboratory Medicine. Learn more about pathways or if you are eligible for credit transfer and recognition of prior learning. Pathway options You can gain entry to the Master of Laboratory Medicine from a range of RMIT undergraduate programs. Fees Fee summary Entry for this program is primarily through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs). Government financial assistance is available to eligible students regardless of the type of place you enrol in. 2022 indicative fees Commonwealth supported places (CSP) range from AU$3,985 to AU$14,630*. Full-fee places: AU$33,600*. Additional expenses Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$315 maximum fee for 2022. Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. Annual fee adjustment Amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum, and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide. Defer your payment You may be eligible to apply for a HELP loan, which can be used to defer payment of up to the full amount of your student contribution fees. You may also be eligible to apply to defer payment of your SSAF through the SA-HELP loan scheme. For more information and to learn how to calculate your exact tuition fees see postgraduate study fees. Payments and refunds For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds. Commonwealth supported places If you are offered a Commonwealth supported place, your tuition fees are subsidised by the Australian Government. Your share of the fee (student contribution) is set on an annual basis by the government and is determined by the discipline areas (bands) of your individual enrolled courses, not the overall program. How much can I expect to pay for my Commonwealth supported place? The Australian Government has introduced changes to university funding and student contribution fees under its Job-ready Graduates Package. The fees in the table below apply to students commencing their program in 2022. Fees for continuing students are available at fees for Commonwealth supported students. Each course (subject) falls into a band. The band determines the student contribution amount for the course. Amounts listed in the table below are based on a standard, full-time study load (96 credit points per year) with all courses in the same band. A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load or for enrolment in courses (subjects) from a combination of bands. You can learn how to calculate your exact tuition fees for units from different bands at Fees for Commonwealth supported students. Maximum student contribution amount for Commonwealth supported places in 2022 for commencing students Student contribution band by course (subject) Maximum annual student contribution amount (per EFTSL) in 2022 Education, Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, English, Mathematics, Statistics, Nursing, Indigenous and Foreign Languages, Agriculture $3,985 per standard year $498 per standard (12 credit point) course Allied Health, Other Health, Built Environment, Computing, Visual and Performing Arts, Professional Pathway Psychology, Professional Pathway Social Work, Engineering, Surveying, Environmental Studies, Science, Pathology $8,021 per standard year $1,002 per standard (12 credit point) course Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science $11,401 per standard year $1,425 per standard (12 credit point) course Law, Accounting, Administration, Economics, Commerce, Communications, Society and Culture $14,630 per standard year $1,828 per standard (12 credit point) course Full-fee places If you are offered a full-fee place, you will need to pay the full tuition costs of your program. However, eligible students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may apply to defer payment of some or all of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government’s FEE-HELP loan scheme. Fee assistance How does a HELP loan work? If your FEE-HELP, HECS-HELP and/or SA-HELP loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT, on your behalf, up to 100% of your fees. This amount will become part of your accumulated HELP debt. You only start repaying your accumulated HELP debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is set each year by the Australian Government (this also applies if you are still studying). The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice. For more information about loan repayment options see Commonwealth assistance (HELP loans) or Study Assist. Income support This program is approved for income support. You may be eligible for student income support payments from the Commonwealth Government if you are undertaking a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or an approved professionally oriented masters by coursework program. For more information see Income support for Masters students. If you are enrolled in an eligible program you will also need to satisfy all other student payment eligibility requirements. You can contact Centrelink or Services Australia for further information about student income support entitlements, your eligibility and how to apply. Income tax deductions You may be eligible to apply for income tax deductions for education expenses linked to your employment. See the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for more information. Additional expenses In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student. The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2022 is $315. For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF. You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program. Scholarships RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships. Fee summary The annual tuition fee for 2022 is AU$41,280. The total indicative tuition fee for 2022 commencement is AU$84,480. View tuition fees for future years. Other costs In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for: Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa. Some programs incur additional expenses. You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne. Important fee information Find out more details about how fees are calculated and the expected annual increase. Applying for refunds For information on how to apply for a refund as a continuing international student, please see Refunds. Scholarships RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships. Looking for answers or more general infomation? 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