Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
University of Otago
Subject area
Health not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
4 Years
Total student fees
$8,400
over 4 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This degree is designed to meet the needs of the medical diagnostic laboratory profession. Graduates can expect to gain early recognition and registration as medical laboratory scientists in NZ and can also work overseas.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
A New Zealand university entrance qualification or equivalent. Selection on academic merit to the second year of the programme.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
4 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$2,100 | $8,400 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$2,937 | $11,746 |
| Total | $5,036 | $20,146 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
100%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $45,547 |
| Earnings range | $34,014 - $52,858 |
| In employment | 66% |
| In further study | 28% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Hiwa-i-te-Rangi Māori Health Leadership Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Health Group
Website:
https://www.nzhealthgroup.com/maori-scholarship/
Value:
$10,000
Dr Emily Hancock Siedeberg Scholarship
Provided by:
University of Otago - Scholarships Administrator
Website:
http://www.otago.ac.nz/graduate-research/scholarships/
Value:
$1,250
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 808 098
Phone: (03) 479 1100
Fax: (03) 474 1607
Email: university@otago.ac.nz
Web: http://www.otago.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.