Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of disease as you build a strong foundation for your future career in Laboratory Medicine.
Clinical terminology like haematology (the study and treatment of blood), immunology (the study of the immune system and how our bodies protect us from pathogens), histopathology (the study of how disease causes changes in tissues) and molecular pathology (the examination of molecules within organs, tissues and fluids) will become part of your professional vocabulary as you develop skills in the handling of patient material and laboratory testing to guide medical decision making.
Laboratory Medicine is a four-year course in which you can pursue a specific area of interest by selecting one of three streams – Biomedical Science, Genetics and Molecular Biology or Forensic Biology and Toxicology. In the fourth year, you will also take part in Murdoch's Work Integrated Learning, which allows you to apply your knowledge in a workplace environment.
3 reasons to study Laboratory Medicine at Murdoch
- Develop skills in the handling of patient material, laboratory testing and analysing clinical results.
- You’ll study in a major health precinct including three hospitals and a medical research institute.
- Learn on the latest instrumentation as part of our extensive hands-on practical training, including industry placements within diagnostic pathology laboratories.
What you’ll learn
Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:
- Clinical microbiology
- Clinical biochemistry
- Clinical haematology
- Pathological basis of disease
- Diagnostic genomics
Your future career
Pursue a range of roles in public or private diagnostic pathology, research or working in laboratories as a technician. You could also explore the fields of medical and life science research, marketing, media and academia, or take on further studies in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and veterinary science. Careers could include:
- Medical Scientist
- Technical Officer
- Laboratory Technician
- Research Scientist
- Medical Representative
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (B1374) is professionally accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS). For those currently enrolled in B1337 (accredited to the end of 2024) please contact the Academic Chair if you require further information.
Professional recognition
Graduates from courses professionally accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS) are preferentially employed by the diagnostic pathology sector.