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COURSE FACT

STUDY LEVEL PROGRAM DURATION CREDITS HOURS

Under Graduate

8 Semesters, 4 years

132

Eligibility Criteria

Intermediate Pre-Medical/Equivalent with minimum 45% 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.

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-6113 Introduction to Psychology 2(2+0)
GEC-6127
GEC-6128
Understanding of Holy Quran - I/Fehm-e-Quran - I OR
Understanding of World Religions - I
1(0+1)
IDAC-6201 Anatomy 3(2+1)
IDAC-6202 Biochemistry 3(2+1)
IDAC-6203 Physiology 3(2+1)
  Total Credit Hours 18(14+4)

Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
GEC-6103 Expository Writing 3(3+0)
GEC-6104 Applications of Information and Communication Technologies 3(2+1)
GEC-6125 Environmental Sciences and Sustainability 3(2+1)
GEC-6108 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan 2(2+0)
GEC-6129
GEC-6130
Understanding the Holy Quran - II/Fehm-e-Quran - II OR
Understanding of World Religions - II
1(0+1)
BSML-6301 Fundamental of Medical Laboratory Technology 2(2+0)
BSML-6302 Pathology 2(2+0)
  Total Credit Hours 16(13+3)

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-6126 Pakistan Studies 2(2+0)
GEC-6105/6106 Islamic Studies/ Ethics 2(2+0)
BSML-6303 Clinical Microbiology 3(2+1)
BSML-6304 Molecular Biology 3(3+0)
  Total Credit Hours 15(14+1)

Semester 4

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
GEC-6117 International Relations 2(2+0)
GEC-6111 Entrepreneurship 2(2+0)
BSML-6305 Pharmacology 2(2+0)
BSML-6306 Hematology 3(2+1)
BSML-6307 Histology and Cytology 3(2+1)
BSML-6308 Infection Control 3(3+0)
  Total Credit Hours 15(13+2)

Bridging Semester*

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
BSML-6301 Fundamental of Medical Laboratory Technology 2(2+0)
BSML-6302 Pathology 2(2+0)
BSML-6303 Clinical Microbiology 3(2+1)
BSML-6304 Molecular Biology 3(3+0)
BSML-6305 Pharmacology 2(2+0)
BSML-6306 Hematology 3(2+1)
  Total Credit Hours 15(13+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
BSML-6309 Patient Care 2(2+0)
BSML-6310 Laboratory Genetics 2(2+0)
BSML-6311 Biosafety and Biohazards 3(3+0)
BSML-6312 Transfusion Hematology and Blood Banking 3(2+1)
BSML-6313 Parasitology 3(2+1)
BSML-6314 Chemical Pathology-I 3(2+1)
  Total Credit Hours 16(13+3)

Semester 6

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
IDAC-6204 Biostatistics 3(3+0)
BSML-6315 Histological Techniques 3(2+1)
BSML-6316 Chemical Pathology-II 3(1+2)
BSML-6317 Body Fluids 3(2+1)
BSML-6318 Clinical Virology and Mycology 3(2+1)
BSML-6319 Immunology and Serology 3(3+0)
  Total Credit Hours 18(13+5)

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 the 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 5th semester.

 

Semester 7

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
BSML-6320 Research Methodology 3(3+0)
BSML-6321 Diagnosis in Systemic Bacteriology 3(1+2)
BSML-6322 Histopathology 2(1+1)
BSML-6323 Immunohematology 3(2+1)
BSML-6324 Clinical Lab Practice-I 4(0+4)
  Total Credit Hours 15(7+8)

Semester 8

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
BSML-6325 Biotechnology 2(2+0)
BSML-6326 Quality Control 3(3+0)
BSML-6327 Forensic Sciences 2(2+0)
BSML-6328 Clinical Lab Management 2(1+1)
BSML-6329 Clinical Lab Practice-II 4(0+4)
BSML-6601 Capstone Project 3(0+3)
  Total Credit Hours 16(8+8)

Total Credit Hours of BS Medical Laboratory Technology = 132 

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.