The B.Sc. Laboratory Medicine program is a four-year course that prepares competent laboratory scientists to support disease diagnosis, treatment, and research. It combines theoretical knowledge and practical training to develop skills in clinical laboratory investigations essential for patient care and healthcare improvement.
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The Bachelor of Science in Laboratory Medicine (B.Sc. Lab Medicine) at Far Western University is designed to prepare competent and ethical medical laboratory scientists who play a crucial role in disease diagnosis, patient care, and healthcare advancement. The program combines scientific knowledge, hands-on training, and research to produce graduates capable of meeting both national and global healthcare needs.
Vision
To be a center of excellence and innovation in laboratory medicine by equipping graduates with the knowledge, skills, and values to deliver precise, ethical, and compassionate laboratory services while advancing healthcare and scientific research.
Mission
The mission of the program is to provide high-quality education and training that develops skilled, ethical, and compassionate laboratory professionals. The program emphasizes research and innovation, patient safety, community service, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing graduates to become leaders who contribute to healthcare improvement and global health initiatives.
Goal
The primary goal of the program is to educate and train highly skilled Medical Laboratory Scientists/Officers who are capable of meeting the demands of the healthcare sector. The program aims to:
- Deliver a comprehensive and up-to-date curriculum
- Foster continuous learning and research
- Promote ethical and compassionate patient care
- Contribute to community health and scientific advancement
Eligibility
Applicants seeking admission to the B.Sc. Laboratory Medicine program must meet one of the following requirements:
- 10+2 (Science) or Equivalent
- Must have completed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board/university with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
- Must have passed each subject individually and secured a minimum of 50% in PCB and in aggregate (or GPA 2.4).
- Health Science Proficiency Certificate/Diploma Holders
- Must have completed a Proficiency Certificate or Diploma in Health Sciences with at least 50% aggregate in total marks.
- Must be registered with the respective professional council.
- (For detailed requirements, refer to the eligibility criteria published by the Medical Education Commission, MEC).
- Entrance Examination
- Selection will be based on the merit list of the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) conducted by the Medical Education Commission (MEC).
Job Prospects
- Hospital laboratories
- Reference laboratories
- Educator
- Forensic laboratories
- Public health/Infection control
- Research and product development, and promotion
- Industrial laboratories
- Molecular biotechnology laboratories
Curricular Structure
Semester I
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Anatomy I | 3 |
| Biochemistry I | 3 |
| Microbiology I | 2 |
| Pathology I | 2 |
| Pharmacology I | 2 |
| Physiology I | 3 |
| Laboratory I (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology) | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Semester II
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Anatomy II | 2 |
| Biochemistry II | 3 |
| Microbiology II | 2 |
| Pathology II | 2 |
| Pharmacology II | 2 |
| Physiology II | 3 |
| Laboratory II (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology) | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
Semester III
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Anatomy III | 3 |
| Biochemistry III | 2 |
| Microbiology III | 2 |
| Pathology III | 2 |
| Pharmacology III | 2 |
| Physiology III | 3 |
| Introduction to Clinical Laboratory | 2 |
| Laboratory III (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology) | 3 |
| Total | 19 |
Semester IV
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Anatomy IV | 3 |
| Biochemistry IV | 2 |
| Microbiology IV | 2 |
| Pathology IV | 2 |
| Pharmacology IV | 2 |
| Physiology IV | 3 |
| Laboratory IV (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology) | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
Semester V
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Clinical Biochemistry I | 3 |
| Clinical Microbiology I (Bacteriology, Mycology, &Virology) | 3 |
| Hematology I | 3 |
| Histology & Cytology I | 2 |
| Preventive Medicine & first aid | 2 |
| Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| Clinical Microbiology Laboratory I | 1 |
| Hematology Laboratory I | 1 |
| Histology & Cytology Laboratory I | 1 |
| Clinical Laboratory Practicum (rotational posting) | 3 |
| Total | 20 |
Semester VI
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Clinical Biochemistry II | 3 |
| Clinical Microbiology II(Parasitology) | 3 |
| Forensic Medicine and Toxicology | 2 |
| Hematology II | 2 |
| Histology and Cytology II | 2 |
| Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| Clinical Microbiology Laboratory II | 1 |
| Hematology Laboratory II | 1 |
| Histology and Cytology Laboratory II | 1 |
| Clinical Laboratory Practicum (rotational posting) | 3 |
| 19 |
Semester VII
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Analytical technique and Automation | 3 |
| Clinical Microbiology III (Immunology) | 2 |
| Human Genetics and Molecular Biology | 2 |
| General Medicine | 3 |
| Total Laboratory Management | 2 |
| Transfusion Medicine and Blood Banking | 2 |
| Clinical Microbiology Laboratory III | 1 |
| Transfusion Medicine and Blood Banking Laboratory | 1 |
| Clinical Laboratory Practicum (rotational posting) | 3 |
| Total | 19 |
Semester VIII
| Subject | Credit Hour |
| Biostatistics and Research Methodology | 3 |
| ResearchProject Work | 3 |
| Clinical Laboratory Practicum (rotational posting) | 14 |
| Total | 20 |
Note:
- The clinical laboratory practicum encompasses rotational clinical postings in various laboratory sections, including Biochemistry, Microbiology, Hematology/Blood Bank, Histology & Cytology.
- In the eighth semester, students will be assigned a project work. This project must be completed and submitted to the institute prior to the final examination.