Bangladesh University of Health Sciences

BSC (HON’S) IN LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

To meet these goals, the following are the program objectives:

  • Help the students to conceptualize the basic knowledge, theories, principles/techniques, processes, methods and procedures of the main areas of Medical Laboratory Science: Clinical Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Pathology, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, Molecular Diagnostic, Laboratory Biosafety, Physiology; Pharmaceutical, Analytical and Biomedical Research laboratories.
  • Make the students able to demonstrate high-level analytical and critical thinking skills to solve conceptual and quantitative problems in laboratory sciences by applying fundamental principles in various analytical laboratories.
  • Develop the skill to demonstrate safe and acceptable skills in laboratory procedures and experimental design.
  • Help the students to acquire the essential tools needed to carry out biomedical research independently and in team.
  • To enhance the skill of interpreting and communicating laboratory and scientific results effectively in written, oral, and interactive presentations.
  • Help students develop curiosity and interest in making scientific investigation and personal integrity and realize the roles of Laboratory Scientists in health sectors and social and economic aspects nationally and globally.
  • Acquaint students with moral and ethical values to handle the laboratory analysis, results and research findings, maintain the secrecy of internal policy and development of patriotism.

The Department of Applied Laboratory Sciences was established in 2012 and the program was established in 2013. The Department is involved in both research and academic activities. In addition to Laboratory Technology, multi-disciplinary knowledge like Physics, History of emergence of independent Bangladesh, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Analytical Techniques and Instrumentations, other Laboratory sciences based courses, Molecular Biology, Quality Control, Transfusion Medicine, Laboratory Biosafety, Biostatistics and Computer Science are also provided in this Department. The Department is conducting a 4 years BSc (Honors) program. Majors will have the opportunity through extensive coursework, Laboratories (hospital attachment), Seminars and Several projects to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the workforce or to go on with further graduate education.

Years -4
Semesters – 8
Total minimum credit requirement to complete the program: 160

2013

  • A Candidate with SSC (Science Group) and HSC (Science Group) or their equivalents is eligible to apply with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 in either one and a combined CGPA of 6. 
  • Foreign students with equivalent qualifications are eligible. 

Equivalence will be decided by a Committee called ‘Equivalence Committee’ formed by the Academic Council of BUHS. 

  • Total minimum credit requirement to complete the program: 160
  • Total class weeks in a Year/ semester: 50/25
  • Minimum CGPA requirements for graduation: 2.5 
  • Maximum academic years of completion: 6 years

Category of courses:

  • General Education Courses: 30% 
  •  Core Courses: 55%
  • Capstone Courses/Internship/Dissertation/Project: 15%

Career opportunities after passing from this department are very much diverse:

  • As scientific officer in private and public diagnostic laboratories and clinics
  • As scientific officer/ research fellow in institutes/ colleges/ universities/ industries
  • As an executive/ scientific officer in Quality Control laboratories of pharmaceutical, food and food related industries.
  • Can hold Managerial positions in research and clinical laboratories etc.
  • As a teacher in institutes and universities
  • Have excellent Job opportunities abroad.
  • Eligible to appear General BCS and government job
  • Higher education (MPhil, PhD) and training opportunities at home and abroad.
Credits & Duration:

Program Name

: BSc (Hon’s) In Laboratory Technology

Total Credits

: 160

Duration

: 4 years

Total Semester

: 8

Course Number

: 46

 Admission Eligibility:

  • A Candidate with SSC (Science Group) and HSC (Science Group) or their equivalents is eligible to apply with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 in either one and a combined CGPA of 6. 
  • O/A Level:
  • Minimum 5 O-level and 2 A-level subjects
  • Grade-B (GPA 4.00) in at least 4 subjects
  • Grade-C (GPA 3.50) in 3 subjects
  • Four-year Diploma in MATS, IHT or in any other relevant disciplines
  • Foreign students with equivalent qualifications are eligible. 
  • Equivalence will be decided by a Committee called ‘Equivalence Committee’ formed by the Academic Council of BUHS. 
Job Opportunity’s:

Career opportunities after passing from this department are very much diverse:

  • As scientific officer in private and public diagnostic laboratories and clinics
  • As scientific officer/ research fellow in institutes/ colleges/ universities/ industries
  • As an executive/ scientific officer in Quality Control laboratories of pharmaceutical, food and food related industries.
  • Can hold Managerial positions in research and clinical laboratories etc.
  • As a teacher in institutes and universities
  • Have excellent Job opportunities abroad.
  • Eligible to appear General BCS and government job
  • Higher education (MPhil, PhD) and training opportunities at home and abroad.
Commencement of the Program:

The Program commences in Spring (April) and Fall (October) yearly

Message of The Vice-Chancellor

Prof. J.M.A Hannan

Contrary to popular notion in our society health is not an issue only for the physicians but its development needs a concerted effort of professionals from basic, clinical and social sciences. In line with this concept, generation of human resources in health should not be treated merely from teaching and training points of views; research should also be equally emphasized in this venture as evidences based on geographical, environmental, ethnic and sociocultural background are a prerequisite for rational and cost-effective health care delivery in a population. Based on an internationally recognized research tradition at BIRDEM and BIHS which, in turn, are rooted in the long-term dream of Late National Professor Dr M Ibrahim, the present University aims to blend the three vital elements (teaching, training and research) of education to fulfill the ultimate responsibilities (knowledge dissemination and knowledge generation) of a higher centre of learning. With this aim Bangladesh University of Health Sciences (BUHS) has started its journey with full-time non-practicing (or institutionally practicing) faculty members and a number of highly reputed guest faculties and collaborating partners from all over the world. In public health, BUHS has taken a discipline-wise subspecialty approach which fits more with the present volume of knowledge and technological advancement in the area.We believe that studying in BUHS will be a pleasant and productive experience. Welcome to the BUHS Family!

Prof. J.M.A Hannan
Vice-Chancellor
Bangladesh University of Health Sciences (BUHS)

Message of The Vice-Chancellor

Prof. J.M.A Hannan

Contrary to popular notion in our society health is not an issue only for the physicians but its development needs a concerted effort of professionals from basic, clinical and social sciences. In line with this concept, generation of human resources in health should not be treated merely from teaching and training points of views; research should also be equally emphasized in this venture as evidences based on geographical, environmental, ethnic and sociocultural background are a prerequisite for rational and cost-effective health care delivery in a population. Based on an internationally recognized research tradition at BIRDEM and BIHS which, in turn, are rooted in the long-term dream of Late National Professor Dr M Ibrahim, the present University aims to blend the three vital elements (teaching, training and research) of education to fulfill the ultimate responsibilities (knowledge dissemination and knowledge generation) of a higher centre of learning. With this aim Bangladesh University of Health Sciences (BUHS) has started its journey with full-time non-practicing (or institutionally practicing) faculty members and a number of highly reputed guest faculties and collaborating partners from all over the world. In public health, BUHS has taken a discipline-wise subspecialty approach which fits more with the present volume of knowledge and technological advancement in the area.We believe that studying in BUHS will be a pleasant and productive experience. Welcome to the BUHS Family!

Prof. J.M.A Hannan
Vice-Chancellor
Bangladesh University of Health Sciences (BUHS)