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Master of Medical Laboratory Science

Masters.
Charles Darwin University

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Medical Laboratory Science prepares you for professional practice in diagnostic pathology, combining advanced scientific knowledge with hands-on laboratory training. You will develop expertise across core disciplines such as haematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, anatomical pathology and genomics, supported by real-world workplace experience. This master’s coursework degree is designed for graduates seeking specialist capability in medical laboratory science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across diagnostic pathology laboratories and related biomedical sectors, applying specialist skills to support disease diagnosis, monitoring and treatment. The course also supports pathways into research, forensic science and public health roles, as well as positions in academia and the biomedical or pharmaceutical industries. This master’s coursework qualification supports professional work in medical laboratory science and diagnostic pathology settings.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$40,784 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

2 years

tick icon Upcoming Intakes

February

campus icon Campuses

Casuarina

tick icon Course Code

SMLSC1

hotline icon Hotline

+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick icon2023 CDU INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE PATHWAY SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 20% of tuition fees

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR'S INTERNATIONAL HIGH ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIPS (VCIHAS)

50% of tuition fees

tick iconCDU GLOBAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP 2022-2023

30% of tuition fees

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