UOIT offers a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory Science, the first degree of its kind in Ontario. Medical Laboratory Technologists perform tests in all laboratory areas. The results of these tests aid in the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of disease. As a result of the growing and aging population in Canada, the demand for medical laboratory technologists is increasing.
Students learn fundamental skills in biological, physical and health sciences. In the Medical Laboratory Science specific courses students develop strong laboratory, interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills. When in the laboratories, student will work with all types of human specimens. It is important that applicants are aware of this aspect of the program. Throughout years one to four, students will be expected to collect blood specimens. Gaining competence in blood collection is essential to complete prior to entering the first practicum semester in year four.
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Grade 12 English
2 of: Grade 12 Biology or Grade 12 Chemistry or Grade 12 Physics or Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors
Grade 12 Advanced Functions
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or mature student status with a minimum overall average of 70 per cent on six 4U or 4M credits, including English (ENG4U with a minimum 60 per cent), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), and two of Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), or Physics (SPH4U). It is recommended that all three of MCV4U, SBI4U and SCH4U be taken.
Deadlines:
Application Deadline
Start Date
January 11, 2012
September 6, 2012
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
