Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

As a Medical Laboratory Science major, students will learn to analyze blood, urine, and other body tissues and fluids to diagnose disease. They work as a laboratory professional will help people take control of their health and contribute to vital research. Don’t be surprised if they are hired before graduation — this is a career field in high demand.

Pair courses like microbiology, clinical chemistry and molecular biology with clinical training at the Austin State Hospital. There, students will learn medical testing procedures like phlebotomy, immunology and urinalysis. Get hands-on experience that prepares them to immediately start their career in a hospital or clinical research laboratory, or at a biotechnology firm, government agency or forensic laboratory. Students use their scientific knowledge to help advance human health — at the individual and societal level.

With a Medical Laboratory Science major, students can go on to a variety of careers and graduate schools. Here’s a sample: