Program Overview

The MS in Medical Laboratory Sciences program is designed to provide advanced and specialized training in diagnostic laboratory sciences. It equips students with the skills and knowledge required to manage modern clinical laboratories, perform advanced testing, and contribute to the accurate diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

About Program

Students in this program gain expertise in specialized areas such as microbiology, virology, hematology, histopathology, molecular biology, and clinical chemistry. With guidance from expert faculty, they receive hands-on training using state-of-the-art automated analyzers and modern laboratory methodologies while strengthening their critical thinking and decision-making skills.

The MS-MLS program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, prepares graduates for leadership roles as laboratory scientists, technologists, and researchers. It emphasizes ethical responsibility, scientific innovation, and lifelong learning, enabling students to provide valid and precise results for improved healthcare outcomes.

Program Type

Graduate

Total Credit Hours

38 Credit Hours

System

Semester System

Program Duration

2 Years (4 Semesters)

Program Modality

In Person

Program Offerings

RIU – Faisalabad

Programme Structure & Course Plan:

Semester-wise courses and credits. Expand a year to view details.

Year 1 (Sem I-II)

SEMESTER - 1
Code Course Title Credit
CMIL 701Clinical Microbiology3(2+1)
IMNL 701Immunology3(2+1)
HEML 701Haematology3(2+1)
CPTL 701Chemical Pathology3(2+1)
SEMESTER - 2
Code Course Title Credit
MLDL 701Molecular Diagnostics3(2+1)
TMDL 701Transfusion Medicine3(2+1)
LMN 701Lab Management3(3+0)
HTEL 701Histotechniques3(2+1)

SEMESTER - 3
Code Course Title Credit
ELS 000Elective Subject3(2+1)
ABR 701Advanced Biostatistics & Research Methodology3(2+1)
UR 450Professional Ethics in Medical Laboratories2(2+0)
RTHP 701Research Thesis6*
SEMESTER - 4
Code Course Title Credit
RTHP 701Research Thesis6

Eligibility Criteria

For Pakistani Nationals
  • BSc (Hons) Medical Laboratory Technology, M.Sc. Medical Technology, or 2-year B.Sc. (MLT) with M.Sc. in relevant fields (Medical Microbiology, Virology, Molecular Biology, Hematology, Histopathology, Cytopathology, Clinical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Medical Biotechnology) from an HEC-recognized university.
  • Candidates must qualify NTS/GAT-General/University Test or subject test with a minimum of 60% marks.

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