PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
MAHSA University’s Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology is a highly-specialised 3-year programme which will cater to students who have completed SPM or its equivalent, and are interested in a career as a medical laboratory technologist.
Students will learn how to collect samples and perform tests to analyze body fluids, tissue, and other substances.
They will learn diverse medical subjects such as clinical chemistry, clinical biology, haematology, hemopathology, histotechnology, immunology, specimen collection and handling, transfusion science, and other such specialised subjects. They will also be trained to think logically and to be very meticulous and committed to detail, adhering always to stringent professional standards, and to be adept at critical thinking.
This Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology will ensure students are ready for a career in hospitals and medical centres, educational institutions, and in clinics and laboratories both in the government and private sectors.
Aims & Objectives
To enable the students to acquire and demonstrate competent practical skills; identify, formulate and provide creative, innovative and effective solutions to problems while applying knowledge of science fundamentals to medical laboratory technology
Why Study Diploma In Medical Lab Technology At Mahsa?
- Large modern laboratories with individual bench space & personalized attention
- Highly qualified and experienced staff
- Integrated training with collaboration within the Faculty of Medicine
- Our diploma programme comprise academic knowledge with practical skills in our modern and well-equipped laboratories, which will enhance the student knowledge and skills
- High employability rate
- Spacious go green eco-friendly Campus, Close to upcoming LRT Putra Heights
Programme Structure
| YEAR 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | SUBJECT CODE | ||
| 1 | Biochemistry | MLT 111 BCH | |
| Human Biology 1 | MLT 112 BIO1 | ||
| Biostatistics | MLT 113 BST | ||
| Chemistry | MLT 114 CHE | ||
| English for Academic Purposes | MLT 116 ENG / ENG 4112 | ||
| Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science | MLT 117 MLS | ||
| Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (For International Student) | MPU 2133 | ||
| Diploma Pengajian Malaysia 2 (For Local Student) | MPU 2163 | ||
| 2 | Human Biology 2 | MLT 121 BIO2 | |
| Clinical Biochemistry 1 | MLT 122 CBC1 | ||
| Diagnostics Haematology 1 | MLT 123 HEM1 | ||
| Immunohaematology 1 | MLT 124 BBK1 | ||
| Immnunology | MLT 125 IMM | ||
| Microbiology 1 | MLT 126 MIC1 | ||
| Parasitology 1 | MLT 127 PAR1 | ||
| English for Academic Writing | MLT 129 ENG 2/ ENG 4122 | ||
| Creative and Critical Thinking | MPU 2222 | ||
| YEAR 2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | SUBJECT CODE | ||
| 1 | Clinical Biochemistry 2 | MLT 211 CBC2 | |
| Cytology 1 | MLT 212 CYT1 | ||
| Diagnostics Haematology 2 | MLT 213 HEM2 | ||
| Immunohaematology 2 | MLT 214 BBK2 | ||
| Microbiology 2 | MLT 215 MIC2 | ||
| Parasitology 2 | MLT 216 PAR2 | ||
| Pathology 1 | MLT 217 PAT1 | ||
| Time Management | MPU 2312 | ||
| 2 | Clinical Biochemistry 3 | MLT 221 CBC3 | |
| Cytology 2 | MLT 222 CYT2 | ||
| Diagnostic Haematology 3 | MLT 223 HEM3 | ||
| Immunohaematology 3 | MLT 224 BBK3 | ||
| Microbiology 3 | MLT 225 MIC3 | ||
| Pathology 2 | MLT 226 PAT2 | ||
| Personal and Professional Development | MLT 227 PPD | ||
| Co-Curricular Project | MPU 2412 | ||
| YEAR 3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | SUBJECT CODE | ||
| 1 | Clinical Attachment 1 | MLT 311 ATT | |
| 2 | Clinical Attachment 2 | MLT 321 ATT | |
Entry Requirement
Bahasa Malaysia; English; Mathematics
1 Science subject (Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science / Applied Science; any other 1 subject
GCE / 0 Level or equivalent with 5 Grade C in the following subjects:
English; Mathematics
1 Science subject (Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science / Applied Science; any other 2 subjects
Career Opportunities
Medical lab technologist in private/public sector
Research Assistants in medical centers
Areas of research & quality control in industries
Sales/technical representatives with manufacturing companies’ or distributors of laboratory equipment & supplies
Demonstrators/tutors in training institutes & universities.
Industrial Training
Students are sent for their clinical attachments for duration of 28 weeks at Pathology labs in Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Hospital Selayang, Hospital Tuanku Ampuan Rahimah Klang, Hospital Melaka, Hospital Pulau Pinanag.
Student placements
Since 2005 MAHSA generated more than 500 MLT’s, our students placed globally. The students working in Gribbles Pathology & Clinical Laboratory Sdn Bhd , Path lab, Institute Jantung Negara, CCM Chemical Sdn Bhd and Assuntha Hospital…so on.
Progression Pathway
SPM/0—Levels > Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology > Bachelor’s Degree > Post—graduate
Advantages
Quality
Clinical Exposure
Affordable
Recognition
Awarded byMAHSA University
Testimonials
“During my 3 years course at MAHSA, I had pleasant experience, suitable ambiance for studies, a resourceful library, fully equipped lab, helpful, dedicated lecturers, most of all a compact well-structured syllabus, which have prepared me as marketable and knowledgeable MLT, I have realized it during my interviews, as I was able to answer the employer's question without any struggles. Phlebotomy training provided during college days was an added advantage, as most lab institution and hospitals required these criteria to recruit a MLT. Furthermore, during my college days lecturers have also given a lot of guidelines on how to cope with working life which is now very handy. I am truly satisfied with my choice 6 years ago, to do my diploma with MAHSA, which have now, given me a bright, promising future.”