Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences
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About this qualification
The Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences is a 480-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 8 in the Life Sciences subfield. It focuses on the study of medical laboratory sciences within the health sciences field.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in higher-level study related to medical laboratory sciences and the Life Sciences may consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not a statement of admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further study or work related to medical laboratory sciences. Career entry, appointment, professional registration and any other legal or workplace requirements are not guaranteed by holding the qualification and should be checked separately.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational knowledge related to medical laboratory sciences
- Scientific and analytical thinking in a Life Sciences context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences
- SAQA ID
- 118466
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Life Sciences
- Originator
- Mangosuthu University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme have the necessary accreditation or authorisation for the intended period of study.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm whether any professional registration, statutory, or employer-specific requirements apply to the work you intend to pursue.