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Courses & Units Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (M3U) Overview Career outcomes Course structure Entry requirements Fees & scholarships This course is in teach-out and is not accepting new admissions Overview 2022 Domestic International Entry Requirements See entry requirements Duration Minimum 3.5 Years, up to a maximum of 8 Years Duration Duration refers to the minimum and maximum amounts of time in which this course can be completed. It will be affected by whether you choose to study full or part time, noting that some programs are only available part time. Location What is an ATAR Course rules Course accredited by: Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS) Australian Qualification Framework level: 7 This course may not be available to international students. Please refer to courses to explore courses that are offered to international students. Every day we're investigating something new, we're finding new things, even here at a local level. I love my job, that's where my passion lies. Lauren Upston, Bachelor of Biomedical Science NOTE: This course is now in teach-out, new applicants please refer to the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (53G). In medical laboratories all around the world, bright minds are helping to diagnose and track the treatment of human disease – and bring new discoveries to light. This course gives you the chance to join their ranks. Formerly known as The Bachelor of Biomedical Science, the newly titled Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine is the perfect degree for anyone looking to work in specialised medical or pathology laboratories. This degree is professionally accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS), so employers will recognise that graduates from the course have been specifically trained for the industry – and are ready to be employed as medical scientists. The three and half year course consists of six semesters of on-campus study, plus a seventh semester of clinical placement in an accredited lab in Australia. This program is structured to build your knowledge in chemistry, anatomy, physiology, histology, immunology, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, haematology, clinical biochemistry and medical microbiology. With this knowledge, you'll be ready to work in diagnostic pathology or medical research laboratories, and start making your own contributions to the medical science field. Course objectives The Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine is designed to prepare students to work in specialised medical and pathology laboratories that provide diagnostic services that are an essential part of the health care system. The tests performed provide valuable information that is used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Many graduates continue into postgraduate study and conduct research in the areas of molecular biology, clinical chemistry, medical microbiology and haematology. Students will gain knowledge and a variety of skills in professional areas such as: clinical chemistry, endocrinology, haematology, blood transfusion science, histopathology, microbiology, human molecular biology, and immunology. Practical experience During the final semester of this course, you will participate in a Professional Experience Placement (PEP). This work integrated learning approach enables students to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge in a workplace environment. The aim of PEP is to immerse students in a professional healthcare setting, to gain a better understanding of the roles of professionals within the health care system. This clinical placement is undertaken off campus in an accredited diagnostic pathology laboratory, where you will develop practical laboratory skills and contribute to patient healthcare via diagnostic techniques within the laboratory. Safety in Practice Compliance All students enrolling in College of Health and Medicine programs which include a professional experience placement component, laboratory and/or field activity are required to establish and maintain their capacity to practice safely via Safety in Practice Requirements documentation. Please visit http://www.utas.edu.au/health/professional-experience-placement/safety-in-practice-requirements to see what's required. Career outcomes Studying at UTAS is good because of the small class numbers, so you receive one on one tutoring which is beneficial. The lecturers in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science [Laboratory Medicine] are very helpful, and student have direct access to lecturers. Yik Chang Ho, Alumni - Bachelor of Biomedical Science [Laboratory Medicine] On graduation you will be ready to undertake an exciting career at the forefront of laboratory medicine. The opportunities are broad, including roles with diagnostic pathology labs – both public and private facilities, or within the medical research field. This degree can also be used to launch a career in medical research, veterinary laboratories, diagnostic and pharmaceutical companies or health management. A number of graduates have used their degree internationally, working in pathology laboratories across South East Asia and Europe. "A career in biomedical science is an exciting and rewarding, yet challenging career, where no two days are ever the same. The Bachelor of Biomedical Science [Laboratory Medicine] is an excellently rounded degree, which allows graduates to work in numerous scientific fields and apply your skills to a diverse collection of jobs." – Dr Elizabeth Witherden, Post-doctoral research associate, Kings College London (Alumni, Bachelor of Biomedical Science [Laboratory Medicine], University of Tasmania). Professional Recognition The Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine is accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS). Graduates from this course meet the academic requirements for direct entry into the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists. Further study opportunities This course provides an excellent foundation if you are hoping to enter undergraduate and postgraduate medicine and other allied health courses across Australia. A number of students use the knowledge they've gained in this course to enter undergraduate and postgraduate medicine courses across the country. Students interested in pursuing an honours course in Laboratory Medicine should contact Dr Cecilia Kitic (Honours Coordinator). Course structure Please note that the first year of the degree may be studied in Hobart. Year 1 Semester 1 CXA101 Introduction to Medical Laboratory SciencesDetails This unit equips you with introductory level clinical laboratory skills and theoretical knowledge in the disciplines of Haematology, Clinical Biochemistry and Microbiology. At the end of this unit, you will be competent in a range of basic laboratory techniques, using… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA101 Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences CXA103 Health: Determinants and AnalysisDetails This unit introduces the determinants of health and wellbeing including lifestyle factors. Students are introduced to the types of measures that are used in reporting health information and the ways in which this information is presented and utilised. Students will… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA103 Health: Determinants and Analysis CZZ101 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1ADetails This unit is designed to introduce students to human cells and tissues and the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, defence, musculoskeletal and neuroendocrine systems in the human body. The unit will include: (a) the basic facts and concepts relating… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Hobart Paramedicine Study Period 1 Launceston Semester 1 Rozelle - Sydney Paramedicine Study Period 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CZZ101 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1A Launceston Students KRA101 Chemistry 1ADetails Chemistry 1A (Semester 1) and Chemistry 1B (Semester 2) are core units for the Chemistry major, Environmental Science and Biomedical Science students and give an introduction to the fundamentals of chemistry. Both units build on the introduction to chemistry given… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for KRA101 Chemistry 1A Hobart Students KRA113 Chemistry 1ADetails This unit (along with Chemistry 1B in Semester 2) is the required prerequisite for students intending to major in Chemistry and for those intending to proceed to any second-year chemistry unit.The unit builds on the introduction to chemistry given in… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for KRA113 Chemistry 1A Semester 2 CAM103 Scientific and Research LiteracyDetails Undertaking medical research requires a range of skills and knowledge related to the ways information is generated, evaluated and communicated. Processes like peer review and open evaluation are essential to ensure that the knowledge underpinning medicine, health care and medical… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 2 Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CAM103 Scientific and Research Literacy XBR104 Living and Working with Cultural DiversityDetails Become better prepared to deal with the variety of culturally challenging situations you will encounter in whichever part of the world you live and work. Develop an appreciation of the personal and professional benefits which come from being more culturally… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for XBR104 Living and Working with Cultural Diversity CZZ102 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1BDetails This unit is designed to introduce you to the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems of the human body. The regulation of body temperature will also be studied in the unit. The unit will… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 2 Hobart Paramedicine Study Period 2 Launceston Semester 2 Rozelle - Sydney Paramedicine Study Period 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CZZ102 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1B Launceston Students KRA102 Chemistry 1BDetails Chemistry 1A (Semester 1) and Chemistry 1B (Semester 2) are core units for the Chemistry major, Environmental Science and Biomedical Science students and give an introduction to the fundamentals of chemistry. Both units build on the introduction to chemistry given… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for KRA102 Chemistry 1B Hobart Students KRA114 Chemistry 1BDetails This unit (along with Chemistry 1A in Semester 1) is the required prerequisite for students intending to major in Chemistry and for those intending to proceed to any second-year chemistry unit.The unit builds on the introduction to chemistry given in… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 2 Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for KRA114 Chemistry 1B Year 2 Semester 1 CXA121 HistologyDetails This unit acquaints students with fundamental theoretical and practical concepts and principles of histology and provides the foundation for Histopathology (CXA222). The practical component develops microscopy skills and techniques learned in first semester (in CXA101 and CXA171) to allow critical… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for CXA121 Histology CXA211 ImmunologyDetails This unit is designed to give the student a broad understanding of the immune system and its functions. Topics include: activation and regulation of innate and adaptive immunity and the principles governing vaccination; the molecular basis of antigen specificity; antibody… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA211 Immunology CXA212 Pathology of Common DiseasesDetails This unit introduces students to the pathological processes underlying various human diseases. Students learn about common pathological conditions, their causes, including environmental factors and their consequences. A group project and presentation allows in-depth study of one disease process, its causes… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA212 Pathology of Common Diseases CXA261 Metabolic BiochemistryDetails Metabolic biochemistry entails the study of intermediary metabolism and the structures involved. This unit is concerned mainly with the metabolic processes involved in the inter-conversion and storage of metabolic energy, the regulation of these processes and the associated molecules. Specifically,… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA261 Metabolic Biochemistry Semester 2 CXA222 HistopathologyDetails This unit introduces you to the pathological processes that underlie various humandiseases. It enables students to recognise common pathological conditions.In addition, the histological methods used to demonstrate bacterial and fungalinfections, amyloidosis, pigments, neoplasia and immunocytochemistry will bestudied theoretically and in… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA222 Histopathology CXA231 Haematology 1Details Haematology is the study of blood, the blood-forming organs, and blood diseases. It includes the aetiology, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of blood diseases such as leukaemia, anaemia, haemophilia and deep vein thrombosis.The first half of the unit covers normal… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA231 Haematology 1 CXA241 General and Medical MicrobiologyDetails In this unit you will explore how bacterial characteristics can be used as part of an identification strategy in a clinical microbiology laboratory. Module 1 examines how bacteria regulate their behavior, communicate and multiply using various metabolic & genetic regulation… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA241 General and Medical Microbiology CXA251 Clinical Chemistry 1Details The unit CXA 251, Clinical Chemistry 1, is designed to impart a thorough knowledge of: quality assurance, including sources of error; use and establishment of reference ranges; collection, preservation, transportation and storage of specimens for analysis; preparation of laboratory method… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA251 Clinical Chemistry 1 Year 3 Semester 1 CXA315 Cell and Molecular BiochemistryDetails Expands on the understanding of biochemistry obtained in CXA261 Metabolic Biochemistry, concentrated at a molecular level. The unit is a comprehensive study of regulation of cellular metabolism and signalling along with a detailed study of the molecular mechanisms of genetic… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA315 Cell and Molecular Biochemistry CXA332 Haematology 2Details In this unit you will integrate and extend prior knowledge and skills about the laboratory differentiation of normal and abnormal haematological health conditions gained in CXA231 Haematology 1. You will systematically investigate the causes, laboratory investigations and treatment of anaemia… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA332 Haematology 2 CXA342 Medical Microbiology ADetails Introduces students to diagnostic medical bacteriology. Skills taught include: processing of clinical specimens, recognition of normal microbiota, identification of pathogens and the undertaking of appropriate antimicrobial susceptibility tests. Students learn: aspects of laboratory safety, epidemiology, pathogenesis and control of infectious… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA342 Medical Microbiology A CXA352 Clinical Chemistry 2Details The purpose of CXA 352 is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to conduct and interpret laboratory analyses in the areas covered in the curriculum. An important part of the unit involves contextualising quality assurance in diagnostic laboratories… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA352 Clinical Chemistry 2 Semester 2 CXA300 Human Molecular BiologyDetails This unit extends the student's understanding of the concepts of genetics and molecular biology obtained in CXA171 Cell Biology and Function and CXA262 Cell and Molecular Biochemistry. The unit focuses on medical molecular genetics, providing detailed study of genetic mutations… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA300 Human Molecular Biology CXA333 Transfusion ScienceDetails This unit covers the major blood group systems of relevance to human blood transfusion and the theoretical basis of common transfusion testing practices. We explore the donation of blood products and the management of transfusion services and study in detail,… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA333 Transfusion Science CXA343 Medical Microbiology BDetails This unit has been designed to systematically introduce the students to the common and diagnostically important fungal, parasitic and viral diseases of major organ systems in humans. The unit content is primarily concerned with laboratory diagnostic aspects of the above… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA343 Medical Microbiology B CXA353 Clinical Chemistry 3 (Endocrinology)Details Endocrinology is a specialised area of study in Clinical Chemistry and investigates the hormonal control mechanisms and regulation of metabolism and growth within the body. The study of endocrinology builds on many topics studied previously in Clinical Chemistry 1 and… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA353 Clinical Chemistry 3 (Endocrinology) Year 4 CXA401 Medical Laboratory PracticeDetails This is a professional experience placement (PEP) unit, undertaken while off campus in diagnostic pathology laboratories accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), or equivalent. Students develop an holistic view of the role of the diagnostic pathology laboratory… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Launceston Summer school (early) Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA401 Medical Laboratory Practice CXA412 Medical Laboratory Placement 1Details Medical Laboratory Placement 1 & 2 (CXA412, CXA425) are two of three professional experience placement units (PEP) undertaken off campus in diagnostic pathology laboratories accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), or equivalent. Students experience core and specialised… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Launceston Summer school (early) Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA412 Medical Laboratory Placement 1 CXA425 Medical Laboratory Placement 2Details Medical Laboratory Placement 1 & 2 (CXA412, CXA425) are two of three professional experience placement units (PEP) undertaken off campus in diagnostic pathology laboratories accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), or equivalent. Students experience core and specialised… Credit Points: 25 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Launceston Summer school (early) Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA425 Medical Laboratory Placement 2 For Students Commencing in 2017 or prior Year 1 Semester 1 KRA101 Chemistry 1ADetails Chemistry 1A (Semester 1) and Chemistry 1B (Semester 2) are core units for the Chemistry major, Environmental Science and Biomedical Science students and give an introduction to the fundamentals of chemistry. Both units build on the introduction to chemistry given… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for KRA101 Chemistry 1A CXA171 Foundations of the Human BodyDetails This unit is designed to introduce you to foundation knowledge relevant to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts in biological chemistry, cell metabolism, microscopy, cell biology and molecular and descriptive genetics will be covered in the unit,… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA171 Foundations of the Human Body CXA101 Introduction to Medical Laboratory SciencesDetails This unit equips you with introductory level clinical laboratory skills and theoretical knowledge in the disciplines of Haematology, Clinical Biochemistry and Microbiology. At the end of this unit, you will be competent in a range of basic laboratory techniques, using… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA101 Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences KMA153 Data Handling and Statistics 1Details Data Handling and Statistics 1 is the first of three applied statistics units offered by the School of Natural Sciences (Mathematics). Statistics is the science of decision making, and as such forms a key foundation of any scientific research. This… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Hobart Semester 2 Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Cradle Coast Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for KMA153 Data Handling and Statistics 1 Semester 2 KRA102 Chemistry 1BDetails Chemistry 1A (Semester 1) and Chemistry 1B (Semester 2) are core units for the Chemistry major, Environmental Science and Biomedical Science students and give an introduction to the fundamentals of chemistry. Both units build on the introduction to chemistry given… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for KRA102 Chemistry 1B CZZ101 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1ADetails This unit is designed to introduce students to human cells and tissues and the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, defence, musculoskeletal and neuroendocrine systems in the human body. The unit will include: (a) the basic facts and concepts relating… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Hobart Semester 1 Hobart Paramedicine Study Period 1 Launceston Semester 1 Rozelle - Sydney Paramedicine Study Period 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CZZ101 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1A CXA121 HistologyDetails This unit acquaints students with fundamental theoretical and practical concepts and principles of histology and provides the foundation for Histopathology (CXA222). The practical component develops microscopy skills and techniques learned in first semester (in CXA101 and CXA171) to allow critical… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for CXA121 Histology CXA176 Microbiology and HealthDetails x… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for CXA176 Microbiology and Health Year 2 Semester 1 CXA222 HistopathologyDetails This unit introduces you to the pathological processes that underlie various humandiseases. It enables students to recognise common pathological conditions.In addition, the histological methods used to demonstrate bacterial and fungalinfections, amyloidosis, pigments, neoplasia and immunocytochemistry will bestudied theoretically and in… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA222 Histopathology CXA211 ImmunologyDetails This unit is designed to give the student a broad understanding of the immune system and its functions. Topics include: activation and regulation of innate and adaptive immunity and the principles governing vaccination; the molecular basis of antigen specificity; antibody… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA211 Immunology CXA261 Metabolic BiochemistryDetails Metabolic biochemistry entails the study of intermediary metabolism and the structures involved. This unit is concerned mainly with the metabolic processes involved in the inter-conversion and storage of metabolic energy, the regulation of these processes and the associated molecules. Specifically,… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA261 Metabolic Biochemistry CXA273 Anatomy and Physiology 2Details This unit is designed to introduce you to the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems of the human body. The regulation of body temperature will also be covered in the unit. This unit is… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for CXA273 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Semester 2 CXA262 Cell and Molecular BiochemistryDetails Expands on the understanding of biochemistry obtained in CXA261 Metabolic Biochemistry, concentrated at a molecular level. The unit is a comprehensive study of regulation of cellular metabolism and signalling along with a detailed study of the molecular mechanisms of genetic… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for CXA262 Cell and Molecular Biochemistry CXA231 Haematology 1Details Haematology is the study of blood, the blood-forming organs, and blood diseases. It includes the aetiology, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of blood diseases such as leukaemia, anaemia, haemophilia and deep vein thrombosis.The first half of the unit covers normal… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA231 Haematology 1 CXA251 Clinical Chemistry 1Details The unit CXA 251, Clinical Chemistry 1, is designed to impart a thorough knowledge of: quality assurance, including sources of error; use and establishment of reference ranges; collection, preservation, transportation and storage of specimens for analysis; preparation of laboratory method… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA251 Clinical Chemistry 1 CXA241 General and Medical MicrobiologyDetails In this unit you will explore how bacterial characteristics can be used as part of an identification strategy in a clinical microbiology laboratory. Module 1 examines how bacteria regulate their behavior, communicate and multiply using various metabolic & genetic regulation… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA241 General and Medical Microbiology Year 3 Semester 1 CXA332 Haematology 2Details In this unit you will integrate and extend prior knowledge and skills about the laboratory differentiation of normal and abnormal haematological health conditions gained in CXA231 Haematology 1. You will systematically investigate the causes, laboratory investigations and treatment of anaemia… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA332 Haematology 2 CXA352 Clinical Chemistry 2Details The purpose of CXA 352 is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to conduct and interpret laboratory analyses in the areas covered in the curriculum. An important part of the unit involves contextualising quality assurance in diagnostic laboratories… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA352 Clinical Chemistry 2 CXA342 Medical Microbiology ADetails Introduces students to diagnostic medical bacteriology. Skills taught include: processing of clinical specimens, recognition of normal microbiota, identification of pathogens and the undertaking of appropriate antimicrobial susceptibility tests. Students learn: aspects of laboratory safety, epidemiology, pathogenesis and control of infectious… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA342 Medical Microbiology A CXA300 Human Molecular BiologyDetails This unit extends the student's understanding of the concepts of genetics and molecular biology obtained in CXA171 Cell Biology and Function and CXA262 Cell and Molecular Biochemistry. The unit focuses on medical molecular genetics, providing detailed study of genetic mutations… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA300 Human Molecular Biology Semester 2 CXA333 Transfusion ScienceDetails This unit covers the major blood group systems of relevance to human blood transfusion and the theoretical basis of common transfusion testing practices. We explore the donation of blood products and the management of transfusion services and study in detail,… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA333 Transfusion Science CXA353 Clinical Chemistry 3 (Endocrinology)Details Endocrinology is a specialised area of study in Clinical Chemistry and investigates the hormonal control mechanisms and regulation of metabolism and growth within the body. The study of endocrinology builds on many topics studied previously in Clinical Chemistry 1 and… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA353 Clinical Chemistry 3 (Endocrinology) CXA343 Medical Microbiology BDetails This unit has been designed to systematically introduce the students to the common and diagnostically important fungal, parasitic and viral diseases of major organ systems in humans. The unit content is primarily concerned with laboratory diagnostic aspects of the above… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 2 Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA343 Medical Microbiology B CXA386 Research and Topics in Health SciencesDetails Introduces students to the types of research which informs our understanding of normal and abnormal functions of the human body and of treatment and preventative health care. The unit also covers basic pharmacological and toxicological principles, the use and monitoring… Credit Points: 12.5 This unit is currently unavailable. View all details for CXA386 Research and Topics in Health Sciences Year 4 Semester 1 CXA401 Medical Laboratory PracticeDetails This is a professional experience placement (PEP) unit, undertaken while off campus in diagnostic pathology laboratories accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), or equivalent. Students develop an holistic view of the role of the diagnostic pathology laboratory… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Launceston Summer school (early) Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA401 Medical Laboratory Practice CXA412 Medical Laboratory Placement 1Details Medical Laboratory Placement 1 & 2 (CXA412, CXA425) are two of three professional experience placement units (PEP) undertaken off campus in diagnostic pathology laboratories accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), or equivalent. Students experience core and specialised… Credit Points: 12.5 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Launceston Summer school (early) Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA412 Medical Laboratory Placement 1 CXA425 Medical Laboratory Placement 2Details Medical Laboratory Placement 1 & 2 (CXA412, CXA425) are two of three professional experience placement units (PEP) undertaken off campus in diagnostic pathology laboratories accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), or equivalent. Students experience core and specialised… Credit Points: 25 Location Study period Attendance options Available to Launceston Semester 1 Launceston Semester 2 Launceston Summer school (early) Key: On-campus Off-Campus International students Domestic students View all details for CXA425 Medical Laboratory Placement 2 Need help choosing your first year units? Try the Unit Selection Guide. Entry requirements For International Students If you're interested in studying the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine, you will need to meet the following requirements: If you've just finished school An ATAR score of 75 or higher, and have completed the following pre-requisite units: Chemistry at TQA3 level (CHM315109) or equivalent Maths Applied (MTA315109), Maths Methods (MTM315109) or Maths Specialised (MTS315109) at TQA3 level, or equivalent If you meet the minimum ATAR, but haven't completed the Chemistry and Mathematics pre-requisite units, you can complete the KRA001 Chemistry Foundation Unit or KMA003 Mathematics Foundation Unit offered in summer semester. Online application for foundation units completed at: Foundation and Supported Studies Units Alternatively, students who do not meet the ATAR should consider enrolment in the Bachelor of Health Science, as a potential pathway to the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine. If you're a mature age student You will need to meet the following: University general entry requirements Completion of the following foundation units (or equivalent); online application for foundation units completed at: Foundation and Supported Studies Units KRA001 Chemistry Foundation Unit KMA003 Mathematics Foundation Unit Professional Experience Placement Requirements Safety in Practice Compliance All students enrolling in Faculty of Health programs which include a professional experience placement component, laboratory and/or field activity are required to establish and maintain their capacity to practice safely via Safety in Practice Requirements compliance documentation. The Faculty, in accordance with Safety in Practice Compliance and Risk Assessment Procedure, assesses student compliance with Safety in Practice Requirements, which include: national criminal history; medical, physical and psychological capacity to safely undertake the Faculty of Health Mandatory Functional Requirements; and infectious disease and immunisation status. National criminal history and medical, physical and psychological disclosures can inhibit student eligibility to participate in courses. Students must submit the Safety in Practice Requirements compliance documentation to enable risk assessment to be completed before: First year semester one census date, or in case of late enrolment, prior to beginning study. The exceptions are the national criminal history check and Immunisation Record Card check, which must be completed 4 weeks prior to first PEP. Credit transfer Credit for appropriate studies completed in TAFE and other university courses may be granted. Please contact the University Admissions Team for further information. Detailed Admissions Information Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions. Fees & scholarships Domestic students Commonwealth supported places (CSP) Domestic undergraduate students may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place in this course. If you are offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are substantially subsidised by the Australian Government, and you will only be required to pay the student contribution amount for each unit. You may be able to defer payment of the student contribution amount by accessing a HECS-HELP loan from the Government. This means you can pay your tuition fees later once you start earning above a specific threshold. For more information, please refer to the Study Assist website. The student contribution amount for each unit of study is based on its discipline area. Student contribution amounts are charged for each unit of study, this means that amounts will depend on which units you choose. Find out more about student contribution amounts. Detailed fee information for domestic students is available at Scholarships, fees and costs, including additional information in relation to the compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). International students 2022 Total Course Fee (international students): $0 AUD*. Course cost based on a rate of $32,450 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points). * Please note that this is an indicative fee only. Scholarships Domestic Each year the University of Tasmania administers an estimated $7 million in scholarships to students from all walks of life, including those who have achieved high academic results; those from low socio-economic backgrounds; students with sporting ability; students undertaking overseas study; and students with a disability. Applications for most awards commencing in Semester 1 open at the beginning of August and close strictly on 31 October in the year prior. For more information on scholarships and to view the full range of scholarships available to you, head to the Scholarships website. For more information on scholarships and to view the full range of scholarships available to you, head to the Scholarships website. (Add link) International Students There are a huge range of scholarships, bursaries and fee discounts available for international students studying at the University of Tasmania. 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