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Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

MAHSA University Malaysia
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Course Details

Qualification Diploma
Duration 3 years
Intake Jan, May, Aug, Jan
English Requirement IELTS 5.0
Class Type Physical
Yearly Tuition fees
Year Fee
1st Year MYR 12,070.00
2nd Year MYR 12,070.00
3rd Year MYR 12,070.00
Other Fees
Description Fee
Facilities Fee (Yearly) MYR 2,900.00
Registration Fee MYR 800.00
Visa and Insurance MYR 3,500.00
Application Fee MYR 3,000.00

Overview

MAHSA University’s Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology is a specialized three-year program designed for students who have completed their SPM or its equivalent and are interested in pursuing a career as medical laboratory technologists.

Students will learn how to collect samples and conduct tests to analyze body fluids, tissues, and other substances. The program covers a range of medical subjects, including clinical chemistry, clinical biology, hematology, hemopathology, histotechnology, immunology, specimen collection and handling, transfusion science, and other specialized areas.

Students will also be trained to think logically, pay meticulous attention to detail, and adhere to strict professional standards while developing their critical thinking skills.

This Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology prepares students for careers in hospitals, medical centers, educational institutions, as well as clinics and laboratories in both the public and private sectors.

Entry Requirements  

SPM or equivalent with 5 credits in the following subjects:
Bahasa Malaysia; English; Mathematics
1 Science subject (Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science / Applied Science; any other 1 subject

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Medical lab technologist in private/public sector

  • Research Assistants in medical centers

  • Areas of research & quality control in industries

  • Sales/technical representatives with manufacturing companies’ or distributors of laboratory equipment & supplies

  • Demonstrators/tutors in training institutes & universities.

Curriculum

Among the courses offered 

Year One

S1

  • Biochemistry
  • Human Biology 1
  • Biostatistics
  • Chemistry
  • English for Academic Purposes
  • Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (For International Student)
  • Diploma Pengajian Malaysia 2 (For Local Student)

S2

  • Human Biology 2
  • Clinical Biochemistry 1
  • Diagnostics Haematology 1
  • Immunohaematology 1
  • Immnunology
  • Microbiology 1
  • Parasitology 1
  • English for Academic Writing
  • Creative and Critical Thinking

Year Two

S1

  • Clinical Biochemistry 2
  • Cytology 1
  • Diagnostics Haematology 2
  • Immunohaematology 2
  • Microbiology 2
  • Parasitology 2
  • Pathology 1
  • Time Management

S2

  • Clinical Biochemistry 3
  • Cytology 2
  • Diagnostic Haematology 3
  • Immunohaematology 3
  • Microbiology 3
  • Pathology 2
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Co-Curricular Project

Year Three

S1

  • Clinical Attachment 1

S2

  • Clinical Attachment 2

 

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