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About the course
The Graduate Certificate in Laboratory Medicine introduces laboratory medicine with a strong emphasis on practical skills for work in modern pathology settings. Designed for graduates in biology, biotechnology, biomedical science or related areas, it includes exposure to current diagnostic advances and an industry placement to build report-writing and laboratory competency. This graduate certificate also provides a pathway into the Master of Laboratory Medicine. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates can expand their professional capability for technical and specialist roles in diagnostic environments. Career opportunities include technical positions in medical/diagnostic pathology laboratories, hospital laboratories, and roles within pharmaceutical companies. Skills are also applicable across the biomedical and biotechnology industries, supporting work that contributes to modern diagnostic testing and pathology laboratory operations at a graduate-certificate level.
Living Costs in Newcastle**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353 |
Average Salary***
