Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 8 bachelor’s degree focused on health sciences and medical laboratory science. It is associated with the Curative Health subfield and is designed to develop higher-level academic and technical understanding relevant to laboratory-based healthcare work.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in studying health sciences with a focus on medical laboratory science and laboratory-based healthcare environments. Prospective students should confirm that their academic background and circumstances meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for further study or work related to medical laboratory science and health laboratory environments. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility for any particular role; check the requirements of employers and relevant professional or regulatory bodies separately.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Medical laboratory science knowledge
- Health-science understanding
- Laboratory-based analytical capability
- Technical work in a healthcare laboratory context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science
- SAQA ID
- 104599
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Central University of Technology, Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2021-09-12
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 12 September 2021 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the assessment structure and any laboratory, practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification meets the requirements for any intended occupation, further study pathway or professional registration.