Program Overview
The Clinical Laboratory Science at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 30 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Clinical Laboratory Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 30 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Texas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Clinical Laboratory Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- utilize the theoretical concepts that are the basis of clinical laboratory tests to interpret the significance of results;
- propose the clinical significance of clinical laboratory tests results;
- trouble shoot causes of laboratory results with questionable quality control results;
- recommend appropriate follow up laboratory testing;
- utilize an advanced knowledge base in management;
- determine correlation of current techniques with potential new techniques;
- validate procedures, conduct basic research within the clinical laboratory; and
- formulate a research question, conduct the study, and write/publish the findings.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants to the clinical laboratory science masters and PhD degree programs must have either a basic science or clinical laboratory science bachelors degree (depending on the track), including standard college courses in general chemistry, mathematics, microbiology, and biology (see list below). Previous laboratory experience is advantageous. Applications for admission must include a GPA of 3.0, scores from the general aptitude section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and three letters of recommendation.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Galveston, United States
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 30 months
- Credits 30