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Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences Full Time

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology Post Diploma

at University of Technology Jamaica · Jamaica

Duration

2 years full-time

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (Post Diploma) is a full-time program spanning two years over four semesters. It is designed for those who have completed a diploma in Medical Technology and seek to advance their knowledge in areas such as Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Histotechnology, Immunohematology, and Medical Microbiology. The course combines face-to-face lectures and tutorials with interdisciplinary modules including Quality Assurance in the Clinical Laboratory, Principles of Health Care Management, Ethics for Health Care Professionals, College Mathematics, Information Technology, and Critical Thinking, Reading and Writing. Students undertake a major research capstone project, gaining practical research experience. The program prepares graduates for managing clinical laboratories and meeting professional demands locally, regionally, and internationally.

Modules

  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Haematology
  • Histotechnology
  • Immunohematology
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Quality Assurance in the Clinical Laboratory
  • Principles of Health Care Management
  • Ethics for Health Care Professionals
  • College Mathematics
  • Information Technology
  • Critical Thinking, Reading and Writing

Entry requirements

CAST/UTech Diploma in Medical Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution PLUS two years post-diploma work experience in a clinical laboratory.

Career outcomes

  • Research assistants in medical and scientific research
  • Teaching assistants
  • Licenced medical technologist in public and private medical laboratories
  • Scientific officers in industrial laboratories

How this course compares

  • University of Technology Jamaica is #1 in Jamaica on research impact (34,523 citations).
  • It lists 24 Medicine & Health Sciences courses in total, 14 of them at bachelor's level.
  • Most bachelor's Medicine & Health Sciences courses in Jamaica take 4 years full-time; this one takes 2 years full-time.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology Post Diploma at University of Technology Jamaica?

It takes 2 years full-time, studied Full Time.

Is University of Technology Jamaica a good university for Medicine & Health Sciences?

University of Technology Jamaica is #1 in Jamaica on research impact (34,523 citations).

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