Course Overview

About This Course

Explore the world of disease in the heart of Murdoch's health precinct as you develop skills in the handling of patient material, laboratory testing and analysing clinical results.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Murdoch

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Selection rank: 70

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates can kick-start a career in laboratory medicine, with skills in handling patient material, laboratory testing and analysing clinical results within Murdoch's health precinct and broader healthcare settings.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AIMS

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn in the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine at Murdoch University?

In the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine at Murdoch University, you will develop skills in the handling of patient material, laboratory testing, and analysing clinical results, all within Murdoch's health precinct.

What field of study does the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine belong to?

The Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine is an undergraduate course offered through Murdoch University's School of Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences, which also covers areas such as Biomedical Science, Forensic Biology and Toxicology, and Food Science and Nutrition.

What is it like to study Laboratory Medicine at Murdoch University?

Studying Laboratory Medicine at Murdoch University involves exploring the world of disease in the heart of Murdoch's health precinct, with hands-on experience in laboratory testing and the analysis of clinical results from patient material.

Are there scholarships available for students in the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine?

Murdoch University offers a range of scholarships relevant to undergraduate students in health and science fields, including academic merit awards, financial hardship scholarships, and international fee reduction scholarships, which may be applicable to Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine students.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level — Intern / PGY1 (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career — Resident / Registrar (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $160,000 per year

Mid-Level — GP / Junior Specialist (5-10 years)AUD $160,000 to $300,000 per year

Career Paths

Intern / Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) DoctorResident Medical Officer (RMO)General Practitioner (GP)Rural GeneralistEmergency Medicine Physician

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosis and patient assessmentMedical history taking and physical examinationEvidence-based clinical reasoning and decision-makingPharmacology and safe prescribing practicesProcedural and surgical skills

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