BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY

SCIENCE
(Qualification type: Professional Bachelor's Degree)
BHSci (Medical Laboratory Science) - NQF Level 8 (538 credits)
Qualification code: BPLS20
SAQA ID: 109456, CHE NUMBER: H/H16/E136CAN

Campus where offered: Arcadia Campus

REMARKS

a. Admission requirement(s) and selection criteria:

Please take note that all completed applications received within the published due dates will
be ranked. After consideration of the Departmental Student Enrolment Plan, only the top ranking
applicants will be selected. Once a programme is full, a waiting list will be in place to provide
an opportunity for applicants to fill places of those who did not register on time. Applicants will
be informed of their status per official letter from the Office of the Registrar, alternatively, they
can check their application status on the TUT website, www.tut.ac.za.

• APPLICANTS WHO OBTAINED A NATIONAL DIPLOMA AT NQF LEVEL 6:

Applicants who completed a relevant national diploma (at NQF Level 6) and who graduated
and proceeded to work in industry can apply. Applicants should follow an articulation process
in which exemption will be granted for 50% of the credits of the completed (and conferred)
national diploma. Detailed information on the process to follow is available at the relevant
academic department.

• APPLICANTS WHO OBTAINED A SENIOR CERTIFICATE BEFORE 2008:

Admission requirement(s):
A Senior Certificate with a matriculation endorsement or equivalent qualification, with a D
symbol at Higher Grade, or C symbol at Standard Grade for: English, Mathematics, Physical
Science and Biology.

Selection criteria:
To be considered for this qualification, candidates must have an Admission Point Score (APS)
of at least 24.

• APPLICANTS WHO OBTAINED A NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE IN OR AFTER 2008:

Admission requirement(s):
A National Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification, with a bachelor's degree endorse-
ment, or an equivalent qualification, with an achievement level of at least 4 for English (home
language or first additional language), 4 for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics, 4 for
Physical Sciences or Technical Sciences and 4 for Life Sciences.

Selection criteria:
To be considered for this qualification, candidates must have an Admission Point Score (APS)
of at least 24 (excluding Life Orientation).

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 b. Assessment procedure(s):
For 2022: Candidates will be selected based on their relevant APS scores.
As from 2023: Applicants will be invited for a TUT Potential Assessment Test (TUTPTA)
and depending on the results will be invited for an interview. Structured panel interviews are
conducted by the full-time academic staff in the department, as well as appointed qualified
Medical Laboratory Technologist. The number of selected students is dependent on the approval
and availability of student medical laboratory scientist posts at the participating and HPCSA-
accredited training facilities. The APS will contribute 40%, the TUT Potential Assessment will
contribute 20% and the interview will contribute 40% of the final score.

c. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), equivalence and status:

See Chapter 30 of Students’ Rules and Regulations.

d. Intake for the qualification:

January only.

e. Presentation:
Day classes.

f. Minimum duration:
Four years.

g. Exclusion and readmission:

See Chapter 2 of Students’ Rules and Regulations.

h. Other requirements:
Vaccination against Hepatitis B is compulsory.

i. Practicals:
100% attendance is compulsory for all practical classes. Students must pass the practical
component of a subject to obtain admission to sit for the examination.

j. Personal protective equipment:

Specific safety wear is compulsory in the practical laboratories.

k. Registration as a student medical laboratory scientist:

- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a student
medical laboratory scientist is compulsory.
- International students will be allowed to register at the HPCSA only as student medical
laboratory scientist; and for the duration of the relevant qualification. However, they will
not be able to register with the HPCSA as a medical laboratory scientist.

l. Professional registration as a medical laboratory scientist:

Registration as a qualified medical laboratory scientist takes place four years after registration
as a student medical laboratory scientist, provided that the candidate completes the four
academic years successfully.

CURRICULUM
FIRST YEAR
CODE MODULE NQF-L CREDIT PREREQUISITE MODULE(S)

11P105X Communication for Academic (5) (10)

Purposes
CPL105X Computer Literacy (5) (10)
HAN105P Human Anatomy I (5) (18)
HPY105P Human Physiology I (5) (18)
MAS105X Mathematics and Statistics I (5) (12)

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FIRST SEMESTER

CHI115P Chemistry for Health Sciences (5) (12)

FLF125P Foundation Life Skills (block (5) (2)
module)
PHS115P Physics for Health Sciences I (5) (12)
RPN115P Research Principles I (5) (6)

SECOND SEMESTER

CBI115P Cell Biology I (5) (12) Chemistry for Health Sciences I

IMM115P Immunology I (5) (12)

MLS115P Medical Laboratory Science I (5) (12) Physics for Health Sciences I

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE FIRST YEAR: 136

SECOND YEAR
CODE MODULE NQF-L CREDIT PREREQUISITE MODULE(S)

CCI206P Clinical Chemistry II (6) (24) Cell Biology I

CYT206P Cytology II (6) (18) Human Anatomy I
Human Physiology I
HTY206P Haematology II (6) (24) Human Anatomy I
Human Physiology I
PTS206P Pathophysiology II (6) (18) Human Anatomy I
Human Physiology I

FIRST SEMESTER

MBY216P Microbiology I (6) (12) Immunology I

MLS216P Medical Laboratory Science II (6) (6) Medical Laboratory Science I

SECOND SEMESTER

HST216P Histology II (6) (12) Human Anatomy I

Human Physiology I
IHM216P Immunohaematology II (6) (12) Immunology I
MMI216P Medical Microbiology II (6) (12) Microbiology I
RPN216P Research Principles II (6) (6) Research Principles I
Mathematics and Statistics I

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SECOND YEAR: 144

THIRD YEAR
CODE MODULE NQF-L CREDIT PREREQUISITE MODULE(S)

RPN307P Research Principles III (7) (6) Research Principles II

FIRST SEMESTER

CCI317P Clinical Chemistry III (7) (12) Clinical Chemistry II

HTY317P Haematology III (7) (12) Haematology II
Immunohaematology II
ICH317P Integrated Cytology and (7) (12) Cytology II
Histology III Histology II
IPY317P Integrated Pathophysiology III (7) (12) Pathophysiology II
MMI317P Medical Microbiology III (7) (12) Medical Microbiology II

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SECOND SEMESTER

CLR317P Clinical Laboratory Practice III (7) (60) Clinical Chemistry III
Computer Literacy
Haematology III
Integrated Cytology and
Histology III
Integrated Pathophysiology III
Medical Laboratory Science II
Medical Microbiology III

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE THIRD YEAR: 126

FOURTH YEAR
CODE MODULE NQF-L CREDIT PREREQUISITE MODULE(S)

DLG418P Diagnostic Laboratory (8) (12) Clinical Laboratory Practice III

Management IV (first-semester
module)
RPN408P Research Principles IV and (8) (30) Research Principles III
Project

plus one of the following modules:

CCI408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Clinical Chemistry Research Principles III
CGE408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Cytogenetics Research Principles III
CPH408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Clinical Pathology Research Principles III
CYT408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Cytology Research Principles III
HST408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Histology Research Principles III
HTY408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Haematology Research Principles III
IHM408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Immunohaematology Research Principles III
IMM408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Immunology Research Principles III
MMI408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Medical Microbiology Research Principles III
VIR408P Clinical Laboratory Practice IV in: (8) (90) Clinical Laboratory Practice III
Virology Research Principles III

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE FOURTH YEAR: 132

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE QUALIFICATION: 538

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 MODULE INFORMATION (OVERVIEW OF SYLLABUS)
The syllabus content is subject to change to accommodate industry changes. Please note that a more detailed
syllabus is available at the Department or in the study guide that is applicable to a particular module. At time
of publication, the syllabus content was defined as follows:

C
CELL BIOLOGY I (CBI115P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate an informed understanding of Cell Biology in the field of
medical laboratory science. The student will be able to relate his/her knowledge of the organisation of cells,
amino acids and proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and reagents, pH and buffers to
the field of human biochemistry for the purpose to attain an informed awareness and understanding of core
disciplines in medical laboratory science. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES (CHI115P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Chemistry)
The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of atomic theory, nomenclature, stoichiometry, chemical
equilibrium, organic chemistry and gases and liquids to basic chemistry related problems. Upon completion,
the student will be able to discuss fundamental concepts in chemistry and do related calculations. (Total
tuition time: not available). (Total notional time: 120 hours)

CLINICAL CHEMISTRY II (CCI206P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to apply detailed knowledge of Clinical Chemistry in the field of medical
laboratory science. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of specimen handling, laboratory
automation and analytical techniques, electrolytes, minerals, vitamins, trace elements, blood gas systems,
amino acids and proteins, body fluids, enzymes, the kidney and tests of renal function and the liver and tests
of hepatic function as related to pathobiochemistry. (Total notional time: 240 hours)

CLINICAL CHEMISTRY III (CCI317P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to integrate knowledge of Clinical Chemistry in the field of medical laborato-
ry science. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of endocrinology, carbohydrates, lipids, tumour
markers and pharmacology to the field of pathobiochemistry to attain practical and professional competence
in the workplace. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE III (CLR317P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to integrated, apply and evaluate knowledge of Clinical Chemistry, Cytol-
ogy, Haematology, Histology and Medical Microbiology and related disciplines in the field of medical labora-
tory science. The student will be able to select, perform, interpret and integrate diagnostic laboratory tests in
and across specific medical disciplines in accordance with statutory requirements within a real-world setting.
Furthermore, through the integration of the theoretical and practical component of this module, the student
will acquire knowledge, skills, and values in clinical laboratory practice to manage him/herself on an elevated
professional level, as well as the awareness to take responsibility for the learning of others in a professional
career environment, contributing to highly skilled scientists in laboratory medicine. (Total notional time: 600
hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: CLINICAL CHEMISTRY (CCI408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge of Clinical Chemistry in the field of
medical laboratory science. The student will be able to apply and evaluate his/her knowledge of principles,
procedures and correlation for diagnostic testing and organ-specific function testing for chemical pathology.
(Total notional time: 900 hours)

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CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY (CPH408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to be able to demonstrate forefront knowledge and the application of Clini-
cal Chemistry, Haematology and Medical Microbiology and related disciplines in the field of medical laboratory
medicine. The student will be able to apply and evaluate his/her knowledge of principles, procedures and
correlation for diagnostic testing in the combined disciplinary knowledge for applied clinical pathology to attain
practical and professional competence in the workplace. (Total notional time: 900 hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: CYTOGENETICS (CGE408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
The student will be able to demonstrate clinical competency of principles and procedures of molecular genet-
ics for the purpose to attain practical and professional competence in the workplace. (Total notional time: 900
hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: CYTOLOGY (CYT408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge and the ability to recognize and evalu-
ate cellular morphology of the cervical, vaginal, respiratory, urinary, gastro-intestinal tract, serous cavities,
central nervous system, breast, thyroid and lymph node and to apply specialised knowledge to differentiate
between different cells and cellular changes, including benign and malignant changes. The student will be
able to apply his/her knowledge of cytological techniques to evaluate and diagnose the cellular changes
viewed on the cytological smears. (Total notional time: 900 hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: HAEMATOLOGY (HTY408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge of Haematology in the field of medical
laboratory medicine. The student will be able to demonstrate clinical competency of performing routine as well
as specialised investigations in Haematology and to interpret the results obtained efficiently for the purpose to
attain practical and professional competence in the workplace. (Total notional time: 900 hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: HISTOLOGY (HST408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
The student will be able to apply and evaluate the safe practices and instrumentation used in the routine
histology laboratory and provides forefront knowledge and skills in histological techniques of tissue collec-
tion, accessing, grossing, decalcification, fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, staining and mounting.
(Total notional time: 900 hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: IMMUNOHAEMATOLOGY (IHM408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge of Immunohaematology in the field of
medical laboratory medicine. The student will be able to demonstrate clinical competency of laboratory regu-
lations, ethics, equipment, quality assurance, blood donation, blood testing and the risks that are associated
with transfusions, efficiently for the purpose to attain practical and professional competence in the workplace.
(Total notional time: 900 hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: IMMUNOLOGY (IMM408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge of Immunology in the field of medical
laboratory medicine. The student will be able to apply and evaluate his/her knowledge of principles and pro-
cedures in the scientific study of the immune response related to the diagnosis of primary immunodeficiency
and autoimmune disease; allergic responses and transplantation/immunogenetics. Interpretation and assess-
ment through complete comprehension of the principles of diagnostic methods and techniques applied in the
laboratory setting for the purpose to attain practical and professional competence in the workplace. (Total
notional time: 900 hours)

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CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY (MMI408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge of medical microbiology in the field of
medical laboratory medicine. The student will be able to apply and evaluate his/her knowledge of principles,
procedures and correlation for diagnostic testing and organ-specific function testing for medical microbiology
for the purpose to attain practical and professional competence in the workplace. (Total notional time: 900
hours)

CLINICAL LABORATORY PRACTICE IV IN: VIROLOGY (VIR408P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate forefront knowledge of virology in the field of medical labo-
ratory medicine. The student will be able to apply and evaluate his/her knowledge of principles, procedures
and correlation for diagnostic testing and organ-specific function testing for virology for the purpose to attain
practical and professional competence in the workplace. (Total notional time: 900 hours)

COMMUNICATION FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (11P105X) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Office of the Executive Dean)
A workable knowledge of English is an essential skill for any graduate who is required to conduct themselves
successfully in a professional working environment. This module will equip students with the competencies
required to compose a selection of written texts related to communicating both internally and externally within
a professional environment. In addition, the module includes strategies that are essential for the effective com-
munication in various situations, including small groups to avoid unproductive conflict, a multicultural context,
etc. (Total notional time: 100 hours)

COMPUTER LITERACY (CPL105X) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

(Module custodian: End User Computing Unit)
This module provides students with foundational knowledge in computing fundamentals, essential digital skills
in key applications based on MS Office Suite and network basics (i.e. MS Outlook and Internet). Online exams
are mapped with End-User Computing: SAQA 49077 (61591) Core Element as well as Internet and Computing
Core Certification (IC3). (Total notional time: 100 hours)

CYTOLOGY II (CYT206P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate the ability to recognise and evaluate cellular morphology
of cervical, vaginal, respiratory and urinary cytology and how to apply this knowledge to differentiate between
different cells and cellular changes. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of cytological tech-
niques to evaluate and identify the cellular changes viewed on the cytological smears. (Total notional time:
180 hours)

D
DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY MANAGEMENT IV (DLG418P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Directorate of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to apply fundamental and specialised knowledge of managing a diagnostic
laboratory in the field of medical laboratory science. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of
general laboratory management, including financial and human resource management. Supported by method
evaluation and control of compliance and regulatory matters pertaining to the bio-analytical environment.
(Total notional time: 120 hours)

F
FOUNDATION LIFE SKILLS (FLF125P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
(Module custodian: Directorate of Student Development and Support)
Personal, socio-emotional and academic skills development for students in higher education. This module in-
cludes 1. Intra- and interpersonal skills (e.g. emotional intelligence, relationships, and conflict management);
2. General study skills (e.g. time management, goal setting, learning styles); 3. Health and wellness (e.g. HIV/
AIDS, GBV issues, substance abuse); 4. Student life and adjustment (e.g. identity development, adjusting to a
higher education environment); and 5. Financial management. (Total notional time: 20 hours)

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HAEMATOLOGY II (HTY206P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to apply fundamental and specialised knowledge of Haematology in the
field of medical laboratory science. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of normal and dis-
eased erythrocytes, leucocytes and haemostasis as well as the analytical techniques to determine these
parameters to the field of medical laboratory science. The student should also be able to identify and solve
some clinical and diagnostic problems. (Total notional time: 240 hours)

HAEMATOLOGY III (HTY317P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to acquire detailed knowledge of Immunohaematology in the field of medi-
cal laboratory science. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of laboratory equipment, quality
assurance, blood donation, systems related to blood transfusion, blood testing and the risks associated with
transfusion to the field of medical laboratory science. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

HISTOLOGY II (HST216P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module introduces the student to the fundamental safety practices and instrumentation used in the
routine histology laboratory and provides knowledge and skills in histological techniques of tissue collection,
accessing, grossing, decalcification, fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, staining and mounting. The
student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of histological techniques to process patient samples until
obtaining stained microscope slides for diagnostic purposes. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

HUMAN ANATOMY I (HAN105P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to enter the medical profession. The student will be able to understand and
apply his/her knowledge of cellular components, tissue and organ systems to and overall perspective of a
healthy human necessary in the medical community. Upon completion, the student will be able to understand
important cellular concepts, identify all bones, muscles, nerves and have a sound basis of each organ system.
Students will also have mastered the practical skills to be confident in all human body structures and location.
(Total notional time: 180 hours)

HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY I (HPY105P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module builds on prior knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Upon completion, the student will be
able to apply his/her knowledge of cellular components, tissue and organ systems to and overall perspective of
a healthy human necessary in the medical community. Upon completion, the student will be able to understand
important cellular concepts, identify all bones, muscles, nerves and have a sound basis of each organ system
which includes the embryological development of each system. Students will also have mastered the practical
skills to be confident in identifying all human body structures and location. (Total notional time: 180 hours)

I
IMMUNOLOGY I (IMM115P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares learning to acquire knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the
immune system, innate and acquired immunity, and laboratory techniques involving the interaction of antigens
with antibodies required in the medical laboratory environment. The student will master the ability to demon-
strate and apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of Immu-
nology, as well as how knowledge of the biological mechanisms evolved and manifest in the pathogenesis of
other related diseases in the human body. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

IMMUNOHAEMATOLOGY II (IHM216P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to acquire detailed knowledge of Immunohaematology in the field of medi-
cal laboratory science. The student will be able to apply his/her knowledge of laboratory equipment, quality
assurance, blood donation, systems related to blood transfusion, blood testing and the risks associated with
transfusion to the field of medical laboratory science. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

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INTEGRATED CYTOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY III (ICH317P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate the ability to recognize and evaluate cellular morphology of
the gastro-intestinal tract, serous cavities, central nervous system, breast, thyroid and lymph node and how
to apply this knowledge to differentiate between different cells and cellular changes. The student will be able
to apply his/her knowledge of cytological techniques to evaluate and identify the cellular changes viewed on
the cytological smears. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

INTEGRATED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY III (IPY317P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to have integrated knowledge, apply problem-solving skills, as well as
produce and communicate information in the field of pathophysiology. The student will be able to apply his/
her knowledge of Clinical Chemistry, Haematology/Immunohaematology, Medical Microbiology, and Cytol-
ogy/Histology to the disordered anatomical and physiological processes associated with disease or injury.
This module will prepare the student to develop to apply their knowledge of pathophysiology in a laboratory
setting real world environment. This module will also prepare the student to develop deeper knowledge in
the field of pathophysiology in their elective module of Clinical Laboratory Practice on an NQF level 7. (Total
notional time: 120 hours)

M
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS I (MAS105X) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Mathematics and Statistics)
Numerical computations, mensuration, equations, functions, descriptive statistics, linear regression and curve
fitting. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE I (MLS115P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to acquire an informed understanding of the basic principles of medical
laboratory medicine as related to knowledge of the professional role of the medical laboratory scientist, ethics,
medical law and human rights, relevant laboratory instrumentation and techniques and laboratory safety to
the field of laboratory sciences. The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to advice on the profes-
sional role of the medical laboratory scientist within the sphere of medical laboratory science and as part of
a health-care team. Select and contrast laboratory instrumentation and techniques in the medical laboratory
science environment. Apply laboratory safety and evaluate medical ethics and human rights in the discipline
of medical laboratory science. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE II (MLS216P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to apply detailed knowledge of the concepts and principles of medical
laboratory medicine as related to phlebotomy, quality assurance and the professional role of the medical
laboratory scientist in the field of ethics, medical law and human rights. The student will be able to classify
and explain detailed knowledge on phlebotomy and specimen processing, advice on the concepts of quality
assurance and explain medical ethics, medical law and human rights applicable to laboratory medicine. (Total
notional time: 60 hours)

MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY II (MMI216P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to be able to apply detailed knowledge of medical microbiology preparing
students to be knowledgeable in the field of medical laboratory science. The student will be able to apply and
evaluate his/her knowledge of principles, procedures and correlation for diagnostic testing and organ-specific
function testing for medical microbiology for the purpose to attain practical and professional competence in
the workplace. Furthermore, through the integration of the theoretical and practical component of this module,
the student will acquire knowledge, skills, and values in clinical laboratory practice to manage him/herself on
an elevated professional level, as well as the awareness to take responsibility for the learning of others in
a professional career environment, contributing to highly skilled scientists in laboratory medicine. (Total no-
tional time: 120 hours)

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MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY III (MMI317P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to be able to select methods that will assist to examine and illustrate
integrated knowledge and understanding of the isolation of clinical and diagnostic problems through critical
and innovative thinking being responsible and independent in decision-making and application of basic and
advanced scientific methods within the medical laboratory set-up. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

MICROBIOLOGY I (MBY216P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Biotechnology and Food Technology)
This module prepares the student to understand the role of microorganisms and their importance in the field of
Microbiology. It is therefore suitable for continuing specialisation by reiterating general microbiology concepts
and a systematic understanding of the diversity of microorganisms in terms of their morphology, physiology
and their behaviour as they interact with the components of their habitats. This module will contribute to the
preparation of technologists to perform microbiological techniques applicable to, water, food, soil and the
medical fields. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

P
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY II (PTS206P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to obtain detailed knowledge, apply problem-solving skills, as well as to
produce and communicate information in the field of pathophysiology. The student will be able to apply his/her
knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology to the disordered anatomical and physiological processes associated
with disease or injury. This module will prepare the student to develop deeper knowledge and understanding
of the pathophysiological processes to be followed on an NQF level. (Total notional time: 180 hours)

PHYSICS FOR HEALTH SCIENCES I (PHS115P) 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER

(Module custodian: Department of Physics)
This module is aimed at enhancing student knowledge in fundamental concepts in mechanics, mechanical
properties of fluids, thermal properties of matter, general and geometrical properties of waves, static electricity
and electric circuits and their applications thereof. (Total notional time: 120 hours)

R
RESEARCH PRINCIPLES I (RPN115P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to acquire an informed understanding of the basic principles of research
and academic writing to include definitions, characteristics, as well as the concepts of scholarly writing, schol-
arly literature, the methodologies and designs. The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to select
and apply the correct academic writing principles, citation methods, and procedures in order to avoid any form
of plagiarism. Through this module, students will obtain the ability to integrate aspects of research principles
and methodology in their field of study. Relevance of research is in line with national needs and biomedical
ethical policies and procedures, and suitable resources need to be critically evaluated and used to facilitate
the research project on postgraduate level. (Total notional time: 60 hours)

RESEARCH PRINCIPLES II (RPN216P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate detailed understanding and knowledge of the main areas
of research principles and the ability to apply concepts, principles and theories related to the framework of a
research proposal, the different research methodologies and designs, as well as data collection principles,
analysis, reliability, validity, rigour, trustworthiness, budget and funding. Through this module, the student will
demonstrate understanding of the research problem and objectives within the context of a particular research
methodology, as well as the ability to evaluate, select and apply the optimal sampling procedures, data collec-
tion principles relevant to a research methodology and design. Knowledge and the ability to analyse, synthe-
sise, and evaluate information from different sources of scholarly academic information, including definitions,
criteria, purposes, questionnaire designs, data collection principles and methods for the application during
the research process will be obtained in preparation to the next level of research principles and procedures
to follow. (Total notional time: 60 hours)

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RESEARCH PRINCIPLES III (RPN307P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module prepares the student to demonstrate integrated knowledge of the central and crucial areas of re-
search principles and methodologies including the ability to apply concepts, principles and theories necessary
for the compilation of a research proposal in the context of an academic and/or health science related environ-
ment. Through this module, students will gain understanding of the roles and responsibilities pertaining to the
research supervisor and the researcher. Students will learn to differentiate between research methods and
their suitability and ability to resolve specific research enquiries, act ethically and professionally with dignity
and integrity, as well as to manage the processing of gathered data through advanced bio-statistical methods.
(Total notional time: 60 hours)

RESEARCH PRINCIPLES IV AND PROJECT (RPN408P) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

(Module custodian: Department of Biomedical Sciences)
This module which prepares the student to demonstrate knowledge of and engagement in the advanced as-
pects of research principles and techniques at the forefront related to a particular medical field of study or spe-
cialisation. Students should further be able to demonstrate understanding of the analysis and interpretation of
research results, the structure and composition of a research report, as well as publications and presentations
Students will gain knowledge in the use of specialised skills to identify, analyse and address abstract prob-
lems related to a research project in a field of study or specialisation, as well as to incorporate body of
knowledge and methods during the problem-solving process. On completion of this module, students should
show their ability to present and communicate scientific research results to a range of audiences in the format
of a research article for a given journal, poster design, as well as in the form of a verbal and visual research
presentation. (Total notional time: 300 hours)

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