Master of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MASCMLSF)

School of Science and Technology Programmes Department of Applied Science Master of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MASCMLSF)

Master of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MASCMLSF)

Online Admission Talk of MSc in Medical Laboratory Science

Date: 11 June 2022 (Saturday)


Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm


Medium: Online by Zoom


Language: Cantonese


Content:     

1. Programme Overview
2. Admission Requirements
3. Career Prospects
4. Questions and Answers
5. Admission Consultation

 

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/kfeSDt8o3WmzW4U66

All undergraduate students and practitioners in biomedical science/ medical laboratory science/ related health sciences/ applied sciences are welcome. Prior registration is required. The Zoom meeting ID and password will be sent to your email after the registration.

Programme code :MASCMLSF
Type of programme/ Mode of study:Full-time and Part-time Master's Degree Programme
Medium of instruction:English

Entry Requirements

To enter the programme, an applicant should:

  • possess a bachelor’s degree in biological, biomedical, or biotechnological science, or relevant health or applied science disciplines (e.g. biomedical engineering, applied chemistry, or medical bioinformatics) from a recognized institution or equivalent qualification, and
  • fulfill the English language proficiency requirement set by HKMU if applicant’s bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification do not adopt English as the medium of instruction.

#Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a face-to-face or online admission interview after submitting applications. Applicants must have passed the admission interview for successful application.

Proficiency Test
Minimum score
English Language Subject of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (DSE)
Level 3
TOEFL – paper-based*
550
TOEFL – paper delivered*
60 (total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections)
TOEFL – internet based*^
79
IELTS*^
6.0
CET-6*
430
or equivalent
* Test results are accepted for 2 years from the date of the test.
^ Test result of TOEFL iBT Home edition or IELTS Online is not accepted.

Programme Aims

This Master of Applied Science programme focuses on the practical application of knowledge and skills in the real-world clinical diagnostic laboratory. It is designed to equip students with the advanced technical and analytical skills necessary for performing complex laboratory tests and working in clinical diagnostic laboratory settings. It involves hands-on training in various areas of laboratory science, such as clinical chemistry and immunology, haematology and transfusion science, histopathology and cytology, medical microbiology, and molecular diagnostics. The curriculum is specifically integrated with clinical placement in hospitals and diagnostic laboratories, which is essential for those pursuing their careers in medical laboratory science. The programme will seek accreditation from the Hong Kong Medical Laboratory Technologist (HKMLT) Board.

Programme Structure

A total of 78 credit-units from core, electives, clinical placement, and dissertation project

Courses Lists for MASCMLSF

Course CodeCourse TitleCredit Units
Compulsory Courses (72 credit units)
Core Courses (51 credit-units)
SCI 8021SEFMolecular Diagnostic Technology3
SCI 8022SEFFrontiers in Medical Laboratory Sciences 3
SCI 8030SEFHuman Biochemistry3
SCI 8032SEFPathophysiology3
SCI 8036SEFMedical Virology3
SCI 8041SEFClinical Chemistry - Theory3
SCI 8042SEFClinical Chemistry - Practical3
SCI 8043SEFHaematology and Transfusion Science - Theory3
SCI 8044SEFHaematology and Transfusion Science - Practical3
SCI 8045SEFHistopathology and Cytology - Theory3
SCI 8046SEFHistopathology and Cytology - Practical3
SCI 8047SEFMedical Microbiology - Theory3
SCI 8048SEFMedical Microbiology - Practical3
SCI 8050SEFMolecular Diagnosis of Human Diseases3
SCI 8051SEFMedical Genetics3
SCI 8052SEFBioinformatics and Biostatistics3
SCI 8053SEFLaboratory Management and Accreditation3
Clinical Placement (12 credit-units)
SCI 8054SEFClinical Chemistry - Clinical Placement and Reflective Practice3
SCI 8055SEFHaematology - Clinical Placement and Reflective Practice3
SCI 8056SEFHistopathology - Clinical Placement and Reflective Practice3
SCI 8057SEFMedical Microbiology - Clinical Placement and Reflective Practice3
Dissertation Project (9 credit-units)
SCI 8029SEFDissertation in Medical Laboratory Science9
Elective Courses (Any 6 credit units from the list below)
SCI 8031SEFPharmacology and Toxicology3
SCI 8034SEFMedical Bioinformatics and Laboratory Informatics 3
SCI 8035SEFMedical Immunology3
SCI 8037SEFPublic Health and Infection Control3
SCI 8038SEFCells in Health and Disease 3
SCI 8039SEFLegal and Ethical Issues in Health Care 3

Teaching and Learning

Students will learn through full-time or part-time face-to-face mode with online support. Regular lectures and tutorials are available in all prescribed courses, except the dissertation course, and the clinical placement and reflective practice courses. Hands-on workshops and laboratory sessions are available in certain courses. The face-to-face mode of teaching aims to provide opportunities for students to discuss academic issues with their lecturers and acquire practical laboratory skills. All the prescribed courses will also be supported by the HKMU Online Learning Environment (OLE) which provides online discussion for interaction among students and between lecturers and students. This allows discussion of theories explained in the courses, their applications and evaluations.

Career Prospects

Graduates from the programme will embark on career in performing medical laboratory and diagnostic tests. There will be a diverse range of career prospects in government/hospital/private medical laboratories, biotechnological and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in the roles of technical specialists and consultants. Additionally, graduates will have the option to further pursue doctoral/master studies in medical science and biotechnology related areas.

Contact Information

Email: scimaster@hkmu.edu.hk

Tel: +852 2768 5956

WhatsApp / WeChat: +852 5490 1592