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Diploma of Medical Laboratory Technology

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL)

Program overview

The Diploma of Medical Laboratory Technology program at UniKL University Malaysia trains students to become skilled biomedical technologists for biomedical laboratories. Graduates play a vital role in healthcare teams, working in hospitals, clinics, research facilities, and more. The program focuses on knowledge, technical skills, effective communication, professionalism, and lifelong learning. Graduates are equipped to solve laboratory problems, collaborate in teams, adhere to safety standards, and contribute to the field with critical thinking and managerial awareness.

Entry Requirement

SPM:

Pass in SPM or its equivalent with pass in Bahasa Melayu and English and five (5) credits in the following subjects: Mathematics, one (1) Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Science/Applied Science) and any other three (3) subjects including Bahasa Melayu and/or English.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Graduates of this diploma are qualified to work as Biomedical Laboratory Technologist who performs analysis of biological and related materials in various laboratories:

  • Hospital Laboratories
  • Diagnostic Laboratories
  • Research and Development Laboratories
  • Crime and Forensic Laboratories
  • Academic Institution
  • Environmental Sector
  • Epidemiological Field
  • Toxicological Field
  • Pharmaceutical Companies

Curriculum

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Among the courses offered

Semester 1

  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Human Anatomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Pengajian Malaysia 2
  • Physics
  • Competency English

Semester 2

  • Human Biochemistry
  • Basic Microbiology
  • Human Physiology
  • Human Genetics
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication English 1
  • Instrumentation For Biomedical Sciences

Semester 3

  • Human Immunology
  • Hematology 1
  • Pathology
  • Parasitology
  • Clinical Chemistry 1
  • Amalan Islam Di Malaysia
  • Religious Practices In Malaysia
  • Culture And Lifestyle In Malaysia 1
  • Foreign Language 1*

Semester 4

  • Clinical Chemistry 2
  • Diagnostic Immunology
  • Histotechnology
  • Diagnostic Microbiology
  • Hematology 2
  • Human Pharmacology
  • Communication English 2
  • Clinical Lab. Technology I (Bacteriology & Virology)
  • Co-curriculum II

Semester 5

  • Transfusion Science & Blood Banking
  • Cytopathology
  • Co-curriculum
  • Introduction To Entrepreneurship
  • Final Year Project

Semester 6

  • Industrial Training

Entry requirements

Diploma: high-school certificate or equivalent with suitable grades.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

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