Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences (MSc. MLS)

Our Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences is a professional degree designed to meet the needs of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist in an increasingly complex healthcare environment. This degree includes a clinical experience and research project. It features at least 4 semester credits of advanced, hands-on MLS studies at one of our nationwide affiliate clinical and research facilities. Areas of study include laboratory administration, clinical laboratory science education and medical laboratory practice in Medical Microbiology, Clinical Biochemistry,Hematology, Immunology and Molecular Biology.

• Emphasis on advanced laboratory skills
• Evidence-informed practice
• Hands-on training in state of the art laboratory/research facility
• Flexible study schedule for working professionals
• Curricular Concentration on Research projects and publication
• 360-degree clinical assessment and feedback.

Admission Criteria for AY2020-21

• Applicants shall meet all admission criteria for entry into the higher education programs offered by the University, as laid down in the Standards (2019) published by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs, UAE.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences/Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences or equivalent from an accredited University in the UAE or equivalent one from outside the UAE.
• Distinct undergraduate performance of minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent grade.
• The Applicant must have proficiency in spoken and written English. The applicant can fulfil the English proficiency requirement via the TOEFL, IELTS, or UA CESL Endorsement Exam, minimum requirements are listed below. TOEFL and IELTS test scores must be dated within two years of the year of enrolment.

• • EmSAT: Score of 1400 and above
  • TOEFL: Score of 79 on the iBT or 550 PBT (web-based) test or higher.
  • IELTS: Overall score of 6 is required, with a score of no less than 5 on any individual band or module.
• A Valid license as a Medical Laboratory Technologist issued from MoH / DHA / HAAD, UAE is preferable

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Required Documents

• Attested copy of the baccalaureate degree and official transcripts of credit/s earned from all accredited Institutions of higher education previously attended.

• Equivalency Certificate of the Bachelor’s degree from the Ministry of Education, U.A.E.
• Valid English Language Proficiency Test (EmSAT/IELTS / TOEFL)

• Passport copy and Emirates ID Card (For UAE Nationals Family Book and Ethbara).
• Passport-size Photographs x 5.
• Vaccination record with valid BLS certificate.
• Resume or CV.
• Statement of purpose and objectives.

Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences program at Gulf Medical University offers the opportunity to Medical Laboratory Technologists to elevate their level of clinical practice, advance their careers, and become leaders in the Medical Laboratory profession as Clinical Scientists.

This program requires to develop competencies in the 7 areas mentioned below to the level expected of the Medical laboratory scientist. Towards this end, this program defines the specific knowledge, skills, and aspects of competence required and provides educational experiences as needed, in order for trainees to develop and demonstrate the competencies.

A.    Knowledge

On completion of this program, students will be able to:

A1.   Apply specialized knowledge about established and evolving biomedical, clinical and cognate sciences to medical laboratory practice.

B.    Skills

On completion of this program, students will be able to:

B1.    Provide medical laboratory services that are of optimal value with an awareness and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care and the ability to access system resources.

B2. Perform in laboratory research and critically evaluate the findings.

C.    Aspects of Competence

On completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Autonomy and Responsibilities

C1a.    Demonstrate a satisfactory level of competence and assist in the management of patients in the context of medical laboratory services.

C1b. Demonstrate a commitment to carry out professional responsibilities adhering to ethical principles, and being sensitive to the needs of a diverse patient population.

• Role in Context

C2.   Use interpersonal communication skills as a leader and team member for effective information exchange between the clinician, patients, and laboratory staff in the work place.

• Self- Development

C3.   Evaluate one’s competence to seek and integrate scientific evidence for continually improving professional competence.

Study Plan

The program ids composed of four semesters.

First semester courses are composed of five common obligatory to all the students.

Second semester courses:
Two common obligatory: Research Methodology and Biostatistics courses.
Three elective courses: The students should choose only three courses from the list of the fourteen elective courses according to their area of interest.

Third semester:
Laboratory rotation in the entire medical laboratory fields with emphasis on rotation in the area of interest.

Forth semester:
Submitting and defending a thesis (in the area of interesting field) to the satisfaction of the thesis judging committee.
The thesis will be carried out independently by students under the guidance and supervision of faculty members.

*List of Elective courses:

Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences program (MSc. MLS) at Gulf Medical University is a graduate program aimed to equip students with advanced Microbiology, Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Immunology, molecular techniques, and evidence-based professional practice training as a next-generation clinical scientist.

Hands-on training at our Thumbay Research Institute for Precision Medicine (TRIPM) and CAP accredited Thumbay Labs.

• Clinical Scientist in diagnostic laboratories.
• Director of Laboratory.
• Managerial position in a medical laboratory.
• Research Scientist.
• Higher Education – Academia.
• Individual Practice.
• Application specialist in medical companies.
• Public health organizations.
• Pursue higher education and research career.