Not applicable*
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AU$22,500 (2026 total)
CRICOS code: 112044A
This qualification requires completion of the following:
Students must complete a series of compulsory onboarding modules during their first semester or study period. Complete all five (5) core courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Process and interpret data (MSL924005) | 70 | MATH7094C | City Campus |
| Maintain instruments and equipment (MSL934008) | 60 | ONPS7802C | City Campus |
| Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes (MSL934009) | 80 | BUSM8933C | City Campus |
| Monitor the quality of test results and data (MSL935008) | 40 | BUSM8934C | City Campus |
| Use laboratory application software (MSL924006) | 60 | OFFC5368C | City Campus |
Complete all twelve (12) courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perform microbiological tests (MSL975062) | 140 | ONPS7812C | City Campus |
| Perform molecular biology tests and procedures (MSL975061) | 150 | ONPS7813C | City Campus |
| Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices (MSMENV472) | 40 | EASC5076C | City Campus |
| Perform haematological tests (MSL975063) | 130 | ONPS7814C | City Campus |
| Perform chemical pathology tests (MSL975064) | 130 | ONPS7815C | City Campus |
| Analyse data and report results (MSL925006) | 80 | MATH7095C | City Campus |
| Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination (MSL973027) | 40 | ONPS7804C | City Campus |
| Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples (MSL954006) | 100 | BIOL5259C | City Campus |
| Perform biological procedures (MSL974034) | 130 | ONPS7808C | City Campus |
| Perform chemical tests and procedures (MSL974032) | 100 | ONPS7807C | City Campus |
| Perform microscopic examination (MSL973028) | 40 | ONPS7805C | City Campus |
| Plan and conduct laboratory/field work (MSL913004) | 40 | BIOL5252C | City Campus |
Select and complete one (1) of the following courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perform histological tests (MSL975057) | 200 | ONPS7816C | City Campus |
| Apply electrophoretic techniques (MSL975065) | 100 | ONPS7817C | City Campus |
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