Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science Post-Professional Certification Degree
Edmonton, Canada
BSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: This BSc Medical Laboratory Science post‑professional degree at The University of Alberta lets certified medical laboratory technologists (MLTs) complete a BSc through a degree-completion programme. Run by the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, it expands skills in laboratory medicine, clinical diagnostics, research methods and environmental testing, and supports career progression or further study. It requires general certification from the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
Career Outcomes: Graduates work as Educator, Environmental Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technologist, Research Technologist or in related roles such as lab supervisor or research assistant in hospitals, diagnostic labs, environmental agencies and research centers.
Why take the BSc Medical Laboratory Science Post-Professional Certification Degree Completion Program?
This is a degree-completion program for medical laboratory technologists who already hold a general certification from the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science.
Why study Medical Laboratory Science at the University of Alberta?
The BSc in MLS degree program, offered by the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, is designed to provide a broad and well-rounded education allowing MLTs opportunities for advanced study in laboratory medicine disciplines as well as research. This can aid in career advancement or provide the foundation for further study.
Possible Careers
- Educator
- Environmental Technologist
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
- Research Technologist
