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COURSE FACT

STUDY LEVEL PROGRAM DURATION CREDITS HOURS

Under Graduate

8 Semesters, 4 years

142

Eligibility Criteria

Intermediate Pre-Medical/Equivalent with minimum 50% marks.


Program Overview

The BS Medical Laboratory Technology program at GIU trains students to perform medical tests, use lab equipment and support doctors in diagnosing diseases. This four-year medical laboratory science undergraduate program covers key subjects like microbiology, hematology and chemical pathology. Students also gain practical skills through supervised lab training to prepare for real clinical work.

Why Choose BS Medical Laboratory Technology?

The BS Medical Laboratory Technology program at GIU offers a strong mix of theory and practical learning in diagnostic sciences. Students study essential subjects like microbiology, hematology and chemical pathology while learning how laboratory procedures support accurate medical decisions and patient care in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Through hands-on practice, clinical training in medical laboratory technology and modern lab facilities, students develop the skills needed to perform medical tests, manage lab workflows and maintain quality standards. Graduates are prepared to work confidently in hospitals, diagnostic centers, blood banks and research labs as trained laboratory professionals.

Career Scope & Opportunities

Graduates of BS Medical Laboratory Technology have excellent career prospects. They can work as:

  • Medical Laboratory Technologist
  • Blood Bank or Hematology Specialist
  • Microbiology or Pathology Assistant
  • Research Assistant
  • Lab Manager or Quality Control Officer

This career offers strong growth, specialization opportunities and scope for higher studies and research.

Semester 1

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
GEC-6101 Functional English 3(3+0)
GEC-6102 Quantitative Reasoning-I 3(3+0)
GEC-6104 Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) 3(2+1)
GEC-6127
GEC-6128
Understanding of Holy Quran-I / Fehm-e-Quran-I OR
Understanding of World Religions-I
1(0+1)
AHS-6301 Human Anatomy 3(2+1)
AHS-6302 Human Physiology 3(2+1)
AHS-6303 Introduction to Medical Biochemistry 2(1+1)
  Total Credit Hours 18(13+5)

Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
GEC-6103 Expository Writing 3(3+0)
IDC-6201 Artificial Intelligence 3(3+0)
GEC-6125 Environmental Sciences and Sustainability 3(2+1)
GEC-6108 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan 2(2+0)
GEC-6129
GEC-6130
Understanding of Holy Quran-II / Fehm-e-Quran-II OR
Understanding of World Religions-II
1(0+1)
BSML-6330 Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology 2(2+0)
AHS-6304 First Aid and Emergency Care 2(1+1)
AHS-6305 Introduction to Medical Equipment & Technology 3(2+1)
  Total Credit Hours 19(15+4)

Semester 3

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
GEC-6109 Quantitative Reasoning-II 3(3+0)
GEC-6110 Civics and Community Engagement 2(2+0)
GEC-6113 Introduction to Psychology 2(2+0)
GEC-6126 Pakistan Studies 2(2+0)
GEC-6105 / GEC-6106 Islamic Studies / Ethics 2(2+0)
AHS-6306 Introduction to Allied Health Science-I 2(2+0)
AHS-6307 Patient Safety and Infection Control 2(1+1)
AHS-6309 General Pathology 3(2+1)
  Total Credit Hours 18(16+2)

Semester 4

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
GEC-6117 International Relations 2(2+0)
GEC-6111 Entrepreneurship 2(2+0)
AHS-6308 Introduction to Allied Health Sciences-II 2(2+0)
AHS-6310 Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology 3(3+0)
AHS-6311 General Pharmacology 3(2+1)
AHS-6312 Healthcare Systems and Policies 2(2+0)
AHS-6313 Healthcare Marketing and Management 2(2+0)
  Total Credit Hours 16(15+1)
1. Each student will be required to complete a mandatory certification course in an internationally recognized language such as Arabic, Chinese, German, etc., in the 1st and 2nd semesters.
2. To strengthen employability and ensure alignment with industry requirements, all students shall complete at least one program related certification from a nationally or internationally recognized professional body in the 3rd and 4th semesters.
Note: The both aforementioned certifications must be completed before the commencement of the fifth semester.

*Bridging Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
AHS-6307 Patient Safety and Infection Control 2(1+1)
AHS-6310 Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology 3(3+0)
AHS-6311 General Pharmacology 3(2+1)
AHS-6312 Healthcare Systems and Policies 2(2+0)
AHS-6313 Healthcare Marketing and Management 2(2+0)
AHS-6315 Basics of Allied Health Sciences 2(2+0)
BSML-6330 Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology 2(2+0)
  Total Credit Hours 16(14+2)
* Students with an Associate Degree/B.A./BSc/Equivalent Degree Program from a Non-Medical Lab Technology Background must complete deficient courses during a bridging semester before the fifth semester.

Semester 5

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
AHS-6314 Introduction to Nursing Practice 3(2+1)
BSML-6304 Molecular Biology 3(2+1)
BSML-6306 Hematology 3(2+1)
BSML-6331 Clinical Biochemistry 3(2+1)
BSML-6332 Clinical Bacteriology & Virology 3(2+1)
BSML-6701 Supervised Clinical Practice-I: Biochemistry 3(0+3)
  Total Credit Hours 18(10+8)

Semester 6

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
IDC-6202 Scientific Writing and Research Methods 3(2+1)
IDC-6203 Biostatistics 3(2+1)
BSML-6333 Medical Laboratory Instrumentations 3(2+1)
BSML-6334 Chemical Pathology 3(2+1)
BSML-6335 Medical Parasitology and Mycology 3(2+1)
BSML-6702 Supervised Clinical Practice-II: Microbiology 3(0+3)
  Total Credit Hours 18(10+8)

**Summer Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
BSML-6501 Internship 3(0+3)
  Total Credit Hours 3(0+3)
**A formal internship must be carried out after completing the 6th semester to provide students with early exposure to clinical practice. However, students joining from the spring semester can be provided an exception to carry out their corporate internships during the subsequent summer after their 7th semester.

Semester 7

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
IDC-6204 Bioinformatics 3(2+1)
BSML-6319 Immunology and Serology 3(2+1)
BSML-6336 Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine 3(1+2)
BSML-6337 Biomarkers in Disease Diagnosis 3(2+1)
BSML-6703 Supervised Clinical Practice-III: Hematology 3(0+3)
  Total Credit Hours 15(7+8)

Semester 8

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
IDC-6205 Artificial Intelligence in Health Care 3(3+0)
BSML-6325 Biotechnology 3(2+1)
BSML-6328 Clinical Lab Management 2(2+0)
BSML-6338 Cytology and Histotechniques 3(2+1)
BSML-6704 Supervised Clinical Practice-IV: Serology & Immunology 3(0+3)
BSML-6601 Capstone Project 3(0+3)
  Total Credit Hours 17(9+8)

 

Total Credit Hours of BS Medical Laboratory Technology = 142 

What is BS Medical Laboratory Technology?
A 4-year undergraduate program teaching diagnostics, microbiology, hematology and lab testing skills.
What career options are available after this degree?
Work in hospitals, research labs, clinics, blood banks or as lab supervisors and instructors.
What practical skills will I gain in this program?
Students learn clinical lab training, sample analysis, lab safety, quality control and diagnostic testing.
What is the future scope of BS Medical Laboratory Technology?
Yes, graduates can work in advanced labs, do higher studies, join research or explore international careers.
Does this course include clinical training?
Yes, students gain hands-on experience in hospitals and diagnostic labs as part of their training.