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About the course
Study laboratory evidence used in the investigation and monitoring of human disease. The proposed degree links biomedical science with analytical quality and professional responsibility. Southern African cases should consider specimen integrity, reliable interpretation, laboratory capacity and communication with the clinical team. Patient-related results must remain within authorised professional processes.
What you'll learn
- Explain scientific principles underpinning selected diagnostic laboratory disciplines.
- Interpret teaching results in relation to method quality and limitations.
- Evaluate specimen, analytical and reporting quality in a supervised case.
- Prepare a documented laboratory investigation with appropriate ethical safeguards.
Requirements
- Entry requires A Level STEM subjects or a National Diploma in a relevant health or science field. English Language is required. Clinical placement and professional-registration rules also apply. A relevant National Diploma may support second-year entry where BMIT approves module equivalence and professional rules permit. Advanced entry is not automatic.
- Programme-specific checks Recommended preparation includes biology, chemistry, mathematics and academic English. Entry, student registration, clinical placement eligibility and progression must follow the approved institutional programme and the regulator in the country of practice. BMIT admission thresholds and professional recognition have not been verified, so comparator entry rules are not reproduced.
- African Kalanga is a compulsory graduation subject in every year of this programme. BMIT confirms the approved entry route, any recognition of prior learning and access to required practical facilities before enrolment.
Course content
Sections: 5
•Activities: 1
•Resources: 39
Subjects in this programme
The subjects are grouped by learning stage, from foundations to specialist study and supervised application. Complete earlier foundations before the related advanced work. Clinical, laboratory, field and workplace subjects use approved facilities and supervision appropriate to the programme.
31 subjects are listed below, with a short description of each. The Subject descriptions tab contains the learning outcomes, topics, practical tasks and assessments.
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
- General Chemistry. Examine atomic structure, bonding and their relationship within general chemistry. The subject develops chemical quantities and solutions, then examines equilibrium and acids and bases. Analyse low-risk teaching data and complete approved laboratory exercises.
- Organic Chemistry. Develop your understanding of organic chemistry through functional groups and molecular structure. The subject develops isomerism and reaction families, then examines organic properties and spectral interpretation. Interpret supplied molecular and spectral data using approved teaching examples.
- Cell Biology. Study cell structures and membranes as foundations for cell biology. The subject develops organelles and cell division, then examines cell signalling and microscopy concepts. Interpret approved cell images and low-risk teaching observations.
- Biochemistry. Examine biomolecules, enzymes and their relationship within biochemistry. The subject develops metabolism and energy transfer, then examines regulation and biochemical evidence. Interpret approved biochemical teaching data.
- Human Anatomy. Develop your understanding of human anatomy through body organisation and musculoskeletal structures. The subject develops thoracic structures and abdominal structures, then examines nervous structures and anatomical relationships. Study approved anatomical models and images in a supervised setting.
- Human Physiology. Study homeostasis and cardiovascular function as foundations for human physiology. The subject develops respiration and renal function, then examines endocrine regulation and nervous function. Interpret physiological teaching data and supervised non-invasive demonstrations.
- Applied Statistics. Examine descriptive measures, probability and their relationship within applied statistics. The subject develops sampling and estimation, then examines hypothesis testing and regression. Analyse an approved dataset and distinguish uncertainty from systematic bias.
- Academic and Professional Communication. Develop your understanding of academic and professional communication through reading strategies and evidence use. The subject develops report structure and presentations, then examines audience and referencing. Prepare a report and presentation for a defined professional audience.
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
- General Pathology. Study cell injury and inflammation as foundations for general pathology. The subject develops repair and neoplasia, then examines circulatory disturbances and disease mechanisms. Analyse de-identified teaching cases using approved pathology images.
- Medical Microbiology. Examine microbial disease concepts, host relationships and their relationship within medical microbiology. The subject develops specimen quality and diagnostic principles, then examines infection prevention and resistance awareness. Interpret de-identified diagnostic teaching records under approved supervision.
- Parasitology. Develop your understanding of parasitology through parasite groups and life-cycle concepts. The subject develops transmission and host effects, then examines diagnostic evidence and prevention. Interpret approved images and regional prevention cases without handling hazardous materials.
- Immunology. Study innate immunity and adaptive immunity as foundations for immunology. The subject develops immune recognition and antibodies, then examines immune disorders and diagnostic concepts. Interpret immunological teaching cases without experimental manipulation of pathogens.
- Genetics. Examine inheritance, chromosomes and their relationship within genetics. The subject develops variation and gene expression, then examines population genetics and ethical implications. Analyse non-identifiable inheritance and variation teaching cases.
- Analytical Chemistry. Develop your understanding of analytical chemistry through sampling and calibration. The subject develops volumetric analysis and spectroscopy, then examines chromatographic principles and method uncertainty. Evaluate an approved analytical dataset and a calibration exercise.
- Biosafety and Bioethics. Study risk assessment and containment principles as foundations for biosafety and bioethics. The subject develops responsible conduct and approval routes, then examines waste responsibilities and ethical review. Evaluate a proposed low-risk teaching study and identify required controls.
- Health Ethics and Professional Practice. Examine consent, confidentiality and their relationship within health ethics and professional practice. The subject develops scope of practice and equity, then examines professional accountability and ethical reasoning. Discuss a simulated ethical dilemma with attention to patient rights.
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
- Haematology. Develop your understanding of haematology through blood-cell biology and blood-cell disorders. The subject develops coagulation and specimen quality, then examines analytical principles and interpretation limits. Interpret approved blood-film images and de-identified teaching results.
- Clinical Chemistry. Study biochemical markers and organ-function evidence as foundations for clinical chemistry. The subject develops analytical systems and quality controls, then examines interference and result interpretation. Evaluate de-identified teaching results within approved laboratory learning.
- Histopathology and Cytology. Examine tissue handling concepts, cell morphology and their relationship within histopathology and cytology. The subject develops staining principles and quality checks, then examines diagnostic context and reporting scope. Study approved images and supervised laboratory demonstrations.
- Transfusion Science. Develop your understanding of transfusion science through blood-group concepts and compatibility. The subject develops component quality and traceability, then examines safety systems and professional responsibilities. Analyse fictional compatibility and traceability teaching cases.
- Molecular Biology. Study nucleic acids and gene regulation as foundations for molecular biology. The subject develops protein synthesis and molecular variation, then examines analytical principles and data interpretation. Evaluate publicly available molecular datasets in an approved academic exercise.
- Clinical Laboratory Management. Examine workflow, quality systems and their relationship within clinical laboratory management. The subject develops biosafety and equipment records, then examines information governance and service improvement. Audit a simulated laboratory service or approved anonymised records.
- Health Information Systems. Develop your understanding of health information systems through clinical records and routine indicators. The subject develops data quality and privacy, then examines reporting and decision support. Audit a synthetic health dataset and prepare an accurate report.
- Research Methods. Study research questions and literature review as foundations for research methods. The subject develops study design and data collection, then examines ethics and interpretation. Prepare a feasible investigation proposal with a defined evidence need.
Stage 4: Approved laboratory practice
- Quality Management and Improvement. Examine quality criteria, process variation and their relationship within quality management and improvement. The subject develops traceability and nonconformity, then examines corrective action and improvement measures. Investigate a quality problem using permissioned records or teaching data.
- Integrated Supervised Clinical Practice. Develop your understanding of integrated supervised clinical practice through approved clinical roles and care coordination. The subject develops case reasoning and observed competence, then examines professional feedback and reflection. Complete an approved placement with qualified clinical supervision and authenticated records.
- Project Development and Feasibility. Study problem definition and evidence review as foundations for project development and feasibility. The subject develops requirements and method selection, then examines feasibility and evaluation criteria. Develop an approved discipline-specific project proposal with a supervisor.
- Integrated Project and Technical Report. Examine implementation, evidence collection and their relationship within integrated project and technical report. The subject develops analysis and verification, then examines limitations and communication. Complete the approved project and maintain an auditable evidence record.
African History and Pan Africanism
- African History and Pan Africanism 101 (Level 1, compulsory core module): Study African history through oral, written and archaeological evidence. Examine the diversity of African societies, knowledge and exchange, then trace the emergence of Pan African ideas about identity, solidarity and self-determination.
- African History and Pan Africanism 201 (Level 2, compulsory core module): Examine colonial change, resistance and liberation across Africa, with attention to Zimbabwe and South Africa. Compare Pan African movements, organisations and debates, including contributions from women, workers and diaspora communities.
- African History and Pan Africanism 301 (Level 3, compulsory core module): Evaluate the legacy of Pan Africanism in continental and regional cooperation, culture and public life. Apply historical inquiry to a heritage, community or professional issue, recognising both achievements and contested interpretations.
Assessment and practical learning
- Proposed assessment: written case analyses, knowledge assessments and structured discussion of evidence and professional responsibilities.
- Observed skills assessments in simulation followed by supervised workplace assessment and an authenticated practice portfolio.
- An evidence-based project and integrated assessment. Clinical competence requires direct assessment by approved supervisors, with locally approved progression rules.
Practical application
Clinical laboratory learning requires approved facilities, qualified supervision and formal biosafety controls. Learners must follow authorised specimen and information procedures. Diagnostic reporting requires the applicable professional authority. The final specialisation and clinical training arrangement must be validated rather than assuming every laboratory discipline is a full registration pathway.
African History and Pan Africanism practical learning
- African History and Pan Africanism 101: Create an annotated timeline or digital learning poster on a selected African society or historical development. Compare at least two credible sources and explain one connection with your field of study.
- African History and Pan Africanism 201: Develop a comparative case study of a liberation issue or Pan African debate relevant to Southern Africa. Use a historical document alongside a scholarly account and explain differences in purpose and interpretation.
- African History and Pan Africanism 301: Prepare a sourced heritage or civic-learning project connected with your field or a Southern African community. Explain its historical basis, audience, permission needs and limits. Obtain consent if you conduct interviews.
Subject descriptions
Each subject below includes its purpose, learning outcomes, main topics, practical task and assessment approach.
General Chemistry
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Examine atomic structure, bonding and their relationship within general chemistry. The subject develops chemical quantities and solutions, then examines equilibrium and acids and bases. Analyse low-risk teaching data and complete approved laboratory exercises.
Learning outcomes
- Explain atomic structure and bonding using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving chemical quantities and solutions.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing equilibrium and acids and bases.
Main topics
- Atomic structure
- Bonding
- Chemical quantities
- Solutions
- Equilibrium
- Acids and bases
Practical task
Analyse low-risk teaching data and complete approved laboratory exercises.
Assessment
Submit a practical record and calculations with units and assumptions.
Organic Chemistry
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Develop your understanding of organic chemistry through functional groups and molecular structure. The subject develops isomerism and reaction families, then examines organic properties and spectral interpretation. Interpret supplied molecular and spectral data using approved teaching examples.
Learning outcomes
- Explain functional groups and molecular structure using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving isomerism and reaction families.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing organic properties and spectral interpretation.
Main topics
- Functional groups
- Molecular structure
- Isomerism
- Reaction families
- Organic properties
- Spectral interpretation
Practical task
Interpret supplied molecular and spectral data using approved teaching examples.
Assessment
Submit a structure and property analysis with reasoned identifications.
Cell Biology
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Study cell structures and membranes as foundations for cell biology. The subject develops organelles and cell division, then examines cell signalling and microscopy concepts. Interpret approved cell images and low-risk teaching observations.
Learning outcomes
- Explain cell structures and membranes using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving organelles and cell division.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing cell signalling and microscopy concepts.
Main topics
- Cell structures
- Membranes
- Organelles
- Cell division
- Cell signalling
- Microscopy concepts
Practical task
Interpret approved cell images and low-risk teaching observations.
Assessment
Submit an annotated cell-analysis portfolio.
Biochemistry
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Examine biomolecules, enzymes and their relationship within biochemistry. The subject develops metabolism and energy transfer, then examines regulation and biochemical evidence. Interpret approved biochemical teaching data.
Learning outcomes
- Explain biomolecules and enzymes using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving metabolism and energy transfer.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing regulation and biochemical evidence.
Main topics
- Biomolecules
- Enzymes
- Metabolism
- Energy transfer
- Regulation
- Biochemical evidence
Practical task
Interpret approved biochemical teaching data.
Assessment
Submit pathway reasoning and a data-analysis report.
Human Anatomy
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Develop your understanding of human anatomy through body organisation and musculoskeletal structures. The subject develops thoracic structures and abdominal structures, then examines nervous structures and anatomical relationships. Study approved anatomical models and images in a supervised setting.
Learning outcomes
- Explain body organisation and musculoskeletal structures using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving thoracic structures and abdominal structures.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing nervous structures and anatomical relationships.
Main topics
- Body organisation
- Musculoskeletal structures
- Thoracic structures
- Abdominal structures
- Nervous structures
- Anatomical relationships
Practical task
Study approved anatomical models and images in a supervised setting.
Assessment
Submit an annotated anatomy portfolio and identification assessment.
Human Physiology
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Study homeostasis and cardiovascular function as foundations for human physiology. The subject develops respiration and renal function, then examines endocrine regulation and nervous function. Interpret physiological teaching data and supervised non-invasive demonstrations.
Learning outcomes
- Explain homeostasis and cardiovascular function using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving respiration and renal function.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing endocrine regulation and nervous function.
Main topics
- Homeostasis
- Cardiovascular function
- Respiration
- Renal function
- Endocrine regulation
- Nervous function
Practical task
Interpret physiological teaching data and supervised non-invasive demonstrations.
Assessment
Submit a function-based case analysis and data interpretation.
Applied Statistics
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Examine descriptive measures, probability and their relationship within applied statistics. The subject develops sampling and estimation, then examines hypothesis testing and regression. Analyse an approved dataset and distinguish uncertainty from systematic bias.
Learning outcomes
- Explain descriptive measures and probability using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving sampling and estimation.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing hypothesis testing and regression.
Main topics
- Descriptive measures
- Probability
- Sampling
- Estimation
- Hypothesis testing
- Regression
Practical task
Analyse an approved dataset and distinguish uncertainty from systematic bias.
Assessment
Submit a reproducible analysis with justified methods and interpretation.
Academic and Professional Communication
Stage 1: Biomedical sciences
Develop your understanding of academic and professional communication through reading strategies and evidence use. The subject develops report structure and presentations, then examines audience and referencing. Prepare a report and presentation for a defined professional audience.
Learning outcomes
- Explain reading strategies and evidence use using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving report structure and presentations.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing audience and referencing.
Main topics
- Reading strategies
- Evidence use
- Report structure
- Presentations
- Audience
- Referencing
Practical task
Prepare a report and presentation for a defined professional audience.
Assessment
Submit revised written work and an individual presentation.
General Pathology
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Study cell injury and inflammation as foundations for general pathology. The subject develops repair and neoplasia, then examines circulatory disturbances and disease mechanisms. Analyse de-identified teaching cases using approved pathology images.
Learning outcomes
- Explain cell injury and inflammation using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving repair and neoplasia.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing circulatory disturbances and disease mechanisms.
Main topics
- Cell injury
- Inflammation
- Repair
- Neoplasia
- Circulatory disturbances
- Disease mechanisms
Practical task
Analyse de-identified teaching cases using approved pathology images.
Assessment
Submit a mechanism-based pathology report.
Medical Microbiology
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Examine microbial disease concepts, host relationships and their relationship within medical microbiology. The subject develops specimen quality and diagnostic principles, then examines infection prevention and resistance awareness. Interpret de-identified diagnostic teaching records under approved supervision.
Learning outcomes
- Explain microbial disease concepts and host relationships using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving specimen quality and diagnostic principles.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing infection prevention and resistance awareness.
Main topics
- Microbial disease concepts
- Host relationships
- Specimen quality
- Diagnostic principles
- Infection prevention
- Resistance awareness
Practical task
Interpret de-identified diagnostic teaching records under approved supervision.
Assessment
Submit a diagnostic-evidence and infection-prevention case analysis.
Parasitology
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Develop your understanding of parasitology through parasite groups and life-cycle concepts. The subject develops transmission and host effects, then examines diagnostic evidence and prevention. Interpret approved images and regional prevention cases without handling hazardous materials.
Learning outcomes
- Explain parasite groups and life-cycle concepts using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving transmission and host effects.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing diagnostic evidence and prevention.
Main topics
- Parasite groups
- Life-cycle concepts
- Transmission
- Host effects
- Diagnostic evidence
- Prevention
Practical task
Interpret approved images and regional prevention cases without handling hazardous materials.
Assessment
Submit a parasite-evidence portfolio and prevention explanation.
Immunology
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Study innate immunity and adaptive immunity as foundations for immunology. The subject develops immune recognition and antibodies, then examines immune disorders and diagnostic concepts. Interpret immunological teaching cases without experimental manipulation of pathogens.
Learning outcomes
- Explain innate immunity and adaptive immunity using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving immune recognition and antibodies.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing immune disorders and diagnostic concepts.
Main topics
- Innate immunity
- Adaptive immunity
- Immune recognition
- Antibodies
- Immune disorders
- Diagnostic concepts
Practical task
Interpret immunological teaching cases without experimental manipulation of pathogens.
Assessment
Submit a mechanism-based case analysis.
Genetics
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Examine inheritance, chromosomes and their relationship within genetics. The subject develops variation and gene expression, then examines population genetics and ethical implications. Analyse non-identifiable inheritance and variation teaching cases.
Learning outcomes
- Explain inheritance and chromosomes using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving variation and gene expression.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing population genetics and ethical implications.
Main topics
- Inheritance
- Chromosomes
- Variation
- Gene expression
- Population genetics
- Ethical implications
Practical task
Analyse non-identifiable inheritance and variation teaching cases.
Assessment
Submit genetic reasoning exercises and an ethics reflection.
Analytical Chemistry
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Develop your understanding of analytical chemistry through sampling and calibration. The subject develops volumetric analysis and spectroscopy, then examines chromatographic principles and method uncertainty. Evaluate an approved analytical dataset and a calibration exercise.
Learning outcomes
- Explain sampling and calibration using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving volumetric analysis and spectroscopy.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing chromatographic principles and method uncertainty.
Main topics
- Sampling
- Calibration
- Volumetric analysis
- Spectroscopy
- Chromatographic principles
- Method uncertainty
Practical task
Evaluate an approved analytical dataset and a calibration exercise.
Assessment
Submit a method-comparison report and analytical calculations.
Biosafety and Bioethics
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Study risk assessment and containment principles as foundations for biosafety and bioethics. The subject develops responsible conduct and approval routes, then examines waste responsibilities and ethical review. Evaluate a proposed low-risk teaching study and identify required controls.
Learning outcomes
- Explain risk assessment and containment principles using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving responsible conduct and approval routes.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing waste responsibilities and ethical review.
Main topics
- Risk assessment
- Containment principles
- Responsible conduct
- Approval routes
- Waste responsibilities
- Ethical review
Practical task
Evaluate a proposed low-risk teaching study and identify required controls.
Assessment
Submit a biosafety and ethics review before practical work begins.
Health Ethics and Professional Practice
Stage 2: Disease and diagnostic foundations
Examine consent, confidentiality and their relationship within health ethics and professional practice. The subject develops scope of practice and equity, then examines professional accountability and ethical reasoning. Discuss a simulated ethical dilemma with attention to patient rights.
Learning outcomes
- Explain consent and confidentiality using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving scope of practice and equity.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing professional accountability and ethical reasoning.
Main topics
- Consent
- Confidentiality
- Scope of practice
- Equity
- Professional accountability
- Ethical reasoning
Practical task
Discuss a simulated ethical dilemma with attention to patient rights.
Assessment
Submit a justified ethical decision and professional reflection.
Haematology
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Develop your understanding of haematology through blood-cell biology and blood-cell disorders. The subject develops coagulation and specimen quality, then examines analytical principles and interpretation limits. Interpret approved blood-film images and de-identified teaching results.
Learning outcomes
- Explain blood-cell biology and blood-cell disorders using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving coagulation and specimen quality.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing analytical principles and interpretation limits.
Main topics
- Blood-cell biology
- Blood-cell disorders
- Coagulation
- Specimen quality
- Analytical principles
- Interpretation limits
Practical task
Interpret approved blood-film images and de-identified teaching results.
Assessment
Submit a laboratory-learning portfolio and case analysis.
Clinical Chemistry
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Study biochemical markers and organ-function evidence as foundations for clinical chemistry. The subject develops analytical systems and quality controls, then examines interference and result interpretation. Evaluate de-identified teaching results within approved laboratory learning.
Learning outcomes
- Explain biochemical markers and organ-function evidence using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving analytical systems and quality controls.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing interference and result interpretation.
Main topics
- Biochemical markers
- Organ-function evidence
- Analytical systems
- Quality controls
- Interference
- Result interpretation
Practical task
Evaluate de-identified teaching results within approved laboratory learning.
Assessment
Submit a quality-aware biochemical case report.
Histopathology and Cytology
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Examine tissue handling concepts, cell morphology and their relationship within histopathology and cytology. The subject develops staining principles and quality checks, then examines diagnostic context and reporting scope. Study approved images and supervised laboratory demonstrations.
Learning outcomes
- Explain tissue handling concepts and cell morphology using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving staining principles and quality checks.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing diagnostic context and reporting scope.
Main topics
- Tissue handling concepts
- Cell morphology
- Staining principles
- Quality checks
- Diagnostic context
- Reporting scope
Practical task
Study approved images and supervised laboratory demonstrations.
Assessment
Submit an annotated image and quality-assurance portfolio.
Transfusion Science
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Develop your understanding of transfusion science through blood-group concepts and compatibility. The subject develops component quality and traceability, then examines safety systems and professional responsibilities. Analyse fictional compatibility and traceability teaching cases.
Learning outcomes
- Explain blood-group concepts and compatibility using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving component quality and traceability.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing safety systems and professional responsibilities.
Main topics
- Blood-group concepts
- Compatibility
- Component quality
- Traceability
- Safety systems
- Professional responsibilities
Practical task
Analyse fictional compatibility and traceability teaching cases.
Assessment
Submit a transfusion-quality case analysis within learner scope.
Molecular Biology
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Study nucleic acids and gene regulation as foundations for molecular biology. The subject develops protein synthesis and molecular variation, then examines analytical principles and data interpretation. Evaluate publicly available molecular datasets in an approved academic exercise.
Learning outcomes
- Explain nucleic acids and gene regulation using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving protein synthesis and molecular variation.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing analytical principles and data interpretation.
Main topics
- Nucleic acids
- Gene regulation
- Protein synthesis
- Molecular variation
- Analytical principles
- Data interpretation
Practical task
Evaluate publicly available molecular datasets in an approved academic exercise.
Assessment
Submit a molecular-data interpretation and method-limitation report.
Clinical Laboratory Management
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Examine workflow, quality systems and their relationship within clinical laboratory management. The subject develops biosafety and equipment records, then examines information governance and service improvement. Audit a simulated laboratory service or approved anonymised records.
Learning outcomes
- Explain workflow and quality systems using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving biosafety and equipment records.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing information governance and service improvement.
Main topics
- Workflow
- Quality systems
- Biosafety
- Equipment records
- Information governance
- Service improvement
Practical task
Audit a simulated laboratory service or approved anonymised records.
Assessment
Submit a laboratory quality and management proposal.
Health Information Systems
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Develop your understanding of health information systems through clinical records and routine indicators. The subject develops data quality and privacy, then examines reporting and decision support. Audit a synthetic health dataset and prepare an accurate report.
Learning outcomes
- Explain clinical records and routine indicators using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving data quality and privacy.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing reporting and decision support.
Main topics
- Clinical records
- Routine indicators
- Data quality
- Privacy
- Reporting
- Decision support
Practical task
Audit a synthetic health dataset and prepare an accurate report.
Assessment
Submit a data-quality review and service-information brief.
Research Methods
Stage 3: Laboratory disciplines
Study research questions and literature review as foundations for research methods. The subject develops study design and data collection, then examines ethics and interpretation. Prepare a feasible investigation proposal with a defined evidence need.
Learning outcomes
- Explain research questions and literature review using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving study design and data collection.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing ethics and interpretation.
Main topics
- Research questions
- Literature review
- Study design
- Data collection
- Ethics
- Interpretation
Practical task
Prepare a feasible investigation proposal with a defined evidence need.
Assessment
Submit a proposal, methods rationale and ethics considerations.
Quality Management and Improvement
Stage 4: Approved laboratory practice
Examine quality criteria, process variation and their relationship within quality management and improvement. The subject develops traceability and nonconformity, then examines corrective action and improvement measures. Investigate a quality problem using permissioned records or teaching data.
Learning outcomes
- Explain quality criteria and process variation using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving traceability and nonconformity.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing corrective action and improvement measures.
Main topics
- Quality criteria
- Process variation
- Traceability
- Nonconformity
- Corrective action
- Improvement measures
Practical task
Investigate a quality problem using permissioned records or teaching data.
Assessment
Submit a quality review and a measurable improvement proposal.
Integrated Supervised Clinical Practice
Stage 4: Approved laboratory practice
Develop your understanding of integrated supervised clinical practice through approved clinical roles and care coordination. The subject develops case reasoning and observed competence, then examines professional feedback and reflection. Complete an approved placement with qualified clinical supervision and authenticated records.
Learning outcomes
- Explain approved clinical roles and care coordination using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving case reasoning and observed competence.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing professional feedback and reflection.
Main topics
- Approved clinical roles
- Care coordination
- Case reasoning
- Observed competence
- Professional feedback
- Reflection
Practical task
Complete an approved placement with qualified clinical supervision and authenticated records.
Assessment
Pass direct clinical assessments and submit a reflective competence portfolio.
Project Development and Feasibility
Stage 4: Approved laboratory practice
Study problem definition and evidence review as foundations for project development and feasibility. The subject develops requirements and method selection, then examines feasibility and evaluation criteria. Develop an approved discipline-specific project proposal with a supervisor.
Learning outcomes
- Explain problem definition and evidence review using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving requirements and method selection.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing feasibility and evaluation criteria.
Main topics
- Problem definition
- Evidence review
- Requirements
- Method selection
- Feasibility
- Evaluation criteria
Practical task
Develop an approved discipline-specific project proposal with a supervisor.
Assessment
Submit a proposal, evidence review and evaluation plan.
Integrated Project and Technical Report
Stage 4: Approved laboratory practice
Examine implementation, evidence collection and their relationship within integrated project and technical report. The subject develops analysis and verification, then examines limitations and communication. Complete the approved project and maintain an auditable evidence record.
Learning outcomes
- Explain implementation and evidence collection using an appropriate example.
- Analyse a subject-related problem involving analysis and verification.
- Present reasoned evidence addressing limitations and communication.
Main topics
- Implementation
- Evidence collection
- Analysis
- Verification
- Limitations
- Communication
Practical task
Complete the approved project and maintain an auditable evidence record.
Assessment
Submit the final project, report and individual oral defence.
African History and Pan Africanism 101
Compulsory core module · Level 1
Study African history through oral, written and archaeological evidence. Examine the diversity of African societies, knowledge and exchange, then trace the emergence of Pan African ideas about identity, solidarity and self-determination.
Learning outcomes
- Place selected African societies and events within a supported historical timeline.
- Compare historical sources and identify perspective, evidence and uncertainty.
- Explain the foundations of Pan Africanism and the contributions of Africans and the diaspora.
Main topics
- Historical inquiry, chronology, oral traditions and source evaluation
- African civilisations, states, trade, livelihoods and knowledge systems
- Southern African history, including Mapungubgwe and Great Zimbabwe
- Slavery, the African diaspora and changing ideas about identity
- Origins of Pan Africanism, solidarity, self-determination and cultural expression
Practical task
Create an annotated timeline or digital learning poster on a selected African society or historical development. Compare at least two credible sources and explain one connection with your field of study.
Assessment
Submit the timeline or poster, an annotated source list and a short explanation of the evidence. Assessment considers chronology, historical accuracy, source judgement and the clarity of your interpretation.
Learning resources
African History and Pan Africanism 201
Compulsory core module · Level 2
Examine colonial change, resistance and liberation across Africa, with attention to Zimbabwe and South Africa. Compare Pan African movements, organisations and debates, including contributions from women, workers and diaspora communities.
Learning outcomes
- Analyse the effects of colonial rule on land, labour, institutions and social relations.
- Compare liberation movements and Pan African arguments using contextual evidence.
- Explain how different groups shaped independence, solidarity and debates about freedom.
Main topics
- Colonial rule, land, labour, education and forms of resistance
- Nationalism, liberation and the end of colonial rule and apartheid
- Pan African congresses, organisations and contrasting interpretations
- Women, labour movements and diaspora participation
- The Organisation of African Unity and debates about unity, sovereignty and development
Practical task
Develop a comparative case study of a liberation issue or Pan African debate relevant to Southern Africa. Use a historical document alongside a scholarly account and explain differences in purpose and interpretation.
Assessment
Submit the case study, a source comparison and a reflection on your conclusions. Assessment considers context, evidence, recognition of different perspectives and the quality of your argument.
Learning resources
African History and Pan Africanism 301
Compulsory core module · Level 3
Evaluate the legacy of Pan Africanism in continental and regional cooperation, culture and public life. Apply historical inquiry to a heritage, community or professional issue, recognising both achievements and contested interpretations.
Learning outcomes
- Evaluate continuity and change from the Organisation of African Unity to the African Union.
- Assess a contemporary Pan African issue using historical evidence and contrasting views.
- Develop an ethical, well-sourced project connecting African history with your field or community.
Main topics
- The African Union, regional cooperation and Southern African integration
- Agenda 2063, development and debates about continental priorities
- Citizenship, migration, diaspora connections and cultural exchange
- African knowledge, heritage, public history and contested narratives
- Research ethics, source attribution and evaluation of a community or professional project
Practical task
Prepare a sourced heritage or civic-learning project connected with your field or a Southern African community. Explain its historical basis, audience, permission needs and limits. Obtain consent if you conduct interviews.
Assessment
Submit a project brief, an annotated source portfolio, a public-facing learning resource and an evaluation of your interpretation. Assessment considers evidence, ethical practice, historical reasoning and usefulness to the intended audience.
Learning resources
Instructors
Enrolment options
Bachelor of Science in Laboratory Science
Course modified date: 13 October 2026
Study laboratory evidence used in the investigation and monitoring of human disease. The proposed degree links biomedical science with analytical quality and professional responsibility. Southern African cases should consider specimen integrity, reliable interpretation, laboratory capacity and communication with the clinical team. Patient-related results must remain within authorised professional processes.
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