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.
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Total Credit Hours
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Program Duration
Program Modality
Program Offerings
Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I-II)
SEMESTER - 1 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
CMIL 701 | Clinical Microbiology | 3(2+1) |
IMNL 701 | Immunology | 3(2+1) |
HEML 701 | Haematology | 3(2+1) |
CPTL 701 | Chemical Pathology | 3(2+1) |
SEMESTER - 2 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
MLDL 701 | Molecular Diagnostics | 3(2+1) |
TMDL 701 | Transfusion Medicine | 3(2+1) |
LMN 701 | Lab Management | 3(3+0) |
HTEL 701 | Histotechniques | 3(2+1) |
Year 2 (Sem III-IV)
SEMESTER - 3 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
ELS 000 | Elective Subject | 3(2+1) |
ABR 701 | Advanced Biostatistics & Research Methodology | 3(2+1) |
UR 450 | Professional Ethics in Medical Laboratories | 2(2+0) |
RTHP 701 | Research Thesis | 6* |
SEMESTER - 4 | |||
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Code | Course Title | Credit | |
RTHP 701 | Research Thesis | 6 |
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.
Related Programs
MS Medical Laboratory Sciences (MSMLS)
RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk