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Higher Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science is a two-year part-time programme designed for technical staff working in medical related laboratories to pursue a professional education in medical laboratory science.
This Higher Certificate programme is demanding and can be considered as a gateway to the academic and professional advancement. The Higher Certificate is equivalent to the UK Higher National Certificate (HNC) courses in Medical Laboratory Science and is recognized by the Edinburgh Napier University (UK) as an access qualification to its degree course in Biological Sciences (a part-time and locally taught programme jointly offered by HKU SPACE and Edinburgh Napier University).
Duration
The course lasts for two calendar years. The medium of instruction is English. The programme will commence in September 2024 (tentatively) and will normally meet three evenings a week plus summer classes from June to August. The evening classes include:
Module |
Class Day
(tentatively scheduled)
|
Time |
Biochemistry | Every Friday | 6.30 - 9.30 pm |
Physiology | Every Tuesday | 6.30 - 9.30 pm |
Integrated Medical Laboratory Studies
( from June to August)
|
Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 6.30 - 9.30 pm |
Clinical Biochemistry |
Every Thursday (Year 1) /
Every Wednesday (Year 2)
|
6.30 - 9.30 pm |
Haematology and Serology | Every Thursday | 6.00 - 9.00 pm |
Histopathology and Cytology | Every Monday | 6.30 - 9.30 pm |
Medical Microbiology | Every Wednesday | 6.00 - 9.00 pm |
Assessment
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Examinations will be held at the end of each academic year (Year 1 and Year 2)
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Student who failed in only one paper is required to take a supplementary examination in that paper on payment of a re-examination fee
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The pass marks for written and practical examinations are 40% and 50% respectively
Award
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an attendance of 75%;
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a pass in all examinations; and
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satisfactory completion of coursework
Venue
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Queen Mary Hospital, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong
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LKS Faculty of Medicine Building, The University of Hong Kong, Sassoon Road, Hong Kong
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HKU SPACE Learning Centres
Application Code | 2045-HS027A | - |
Programme Structure
Three modules, Biochemistry, Physiology and Integrated Medical Laboratory Studies are mandatory, whilst the fourth module is selected as an elective.
The structure of the programme is as follows:
Year 1 | Year 2 |
Compulsory Modules Biochemistry 1 Physiology 1 Integrated Medical Laboratory Studies 1
plus ONE of the below electives: Clinical Biochemistry 1 Haematology and Serology 1 Histopathology and Cytology 1 Medical Microbiology 1 |
Compulsory Modules Biochemistry 2 Physiology 2 Integrated Medical Laboratory Studies 2
plus ONE of the below electives: Clinical Biochemistry 2 Haematology and Serology 2 Histopathology and Cytology 2 Medical Microbiology 2 |
Note
The number of electives offered will be subject to demand and the availability of teaching resources. In Year 2, students must study the same elective specialist module as in Year 1.
Module Content
Please see leaflet
Applicants shall have attained:
- a UK Ordinary National Certificate or Ordinary Technical Education Council Certificate, or an Ordinary Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE, or a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science from the HK Polytechnic University; OR
- HKALE Grade E in 2 AL science subjects, one of which must be Chemistry, and 5 passes in HKCEE, including 2 science subjects and Level 2* in English Language; OR
- HKDSE Examination Level 2 or above in 5 subjects including English Language, Chinese Language and preferably Chemistry; and a Diploma in a Biological Science or Biomedical Science related discipline, OR
- a qualification deemed to be equivalent to the above.
HK$150 (Non-refundable)
Course Fee- HKD85,000 (Year One) in one single instalment
HKD90,000 (Year Two) in one single instalment
(Please note that the above course fees are subject to review)
Holders of this Higher Certificate with relevant medical laboratory experience can apply to register under the Medical Laboratory Technologists (Registration and Disciplinary Procedure) Regulation 1990 to practice in medical laboratories of Hong Kong.
The completed Application Form together with the following:
(a) photostat copies of the relevant certificates and transcripts;
(b) a reference letter (original copy) from your current employer giving details of job position, current job responsibilities, start date of employment;
(c) application fee of HK$150 in the form of a crossed cheque made payable to “HKU SPACE” ; and
(d) a copy of your HKID card
should be sent to:
College of Life Sciences and Technology, HKU SPACE, 13/F, Fortress Tower, 250 King’s Road, North Point, HONG KONG (Attn.: Miss Rosie So)
Sufficient postage should be paid to avoid unsuccessful delivery of application.
Closing Date for Application: to be advised
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