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The University of Western Australia

Australia , Perth

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

AUD 125

Campuses

Perth (Crawley campus)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines26-Feb-2024

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Duration 4 year(s)

Next Intake 26-Feb-2024

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

About

This major provides you with a thorough understanding of the scientific basis of diagnosing, treating and preventing human disease, as well as an appreciation of how medical research forms new insights into disease every day. You'll be taught by medical practitioners involved in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions and by pathologists, researchers, physicians and medical scientists engaged in various disciplines of pathology. You'll be given the opportunity to interact with traditional academic staff as well as working with professional pathologists from PathWest.

You have a unique opportunity to sample content from a wide variety of disciplines of pathology including microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, anatomical pathology, haematology and medical genetics. Youâ€™ll graduate with an appreciation of the cooperative contribution of these disciplines to the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing understanding of a variety of human diseases.

Your studies will combine practical sessions that demonstrate multidisciplinary approaches to pathology questions with up-to-date laboratory diagnostic scenarios. To prepare for success in a global workforce you'll develop your ability to communicate effectively and learn how to find, interpret and critically evaluate scientific information. The theoretical components of the course are complemented by laboratory and tutorial classes utilising clinical material and cases, as well as relevant research topics within the field. You will apply scientific knowledge and techniques to these issues and engage in scientific problem solving.

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine can be considered the basis of modern scientific medical knowledge and plays a critical role in evidence-based medicine.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Meet our English language requirements. Some courses may have additional higher English language requirements
Have studied or completed a recognised qualification to meet our academic requirements.
Meet any additional requirements for your course

Career

After completing this major, you have numerous professional pathways on offer including employment in a wide range of allied and paramedical fields, university and hospital laboratory research, the health care or pharmaceutical industry and diagnostic laboratories.

You can pursue further study at honours level and could thereafter pursue a PhD. Other further study options include the Master of Clinical Pathology, Master of Infectious Diseases, Doctor of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 0

Application Fee

AUD 125

How to Apply

Once you've selected your pathway, you can apply online. Application open and close dates apply to some courses.

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