Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Laboratory Sciences
Programme Description
Advanced Research: Conduct original studies to improve diagnostic methods and laboratory practices.
Clinical Applications: Explore the role of laboratory sciences in diagnosing and managing diseases....
Advanced Research: Conduct original studies to improve diagnostic methods and laboratory practices.
Clinical Applications: Explore the role of laboratory sciences in diagnosing and managing diseases.
Molecular and Cellular Biology: Investigate the molecular mechanisms of diseases and their implications for diagnostics.
Laboratory Management: Develop leadership skills for managing clinical and research laboratories.
Ethics and Policy: Address ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks in medical laboratory sciences.
Clinical Applications: Explore the role of laboratory sciences in diagnosing and managing diseases.
Molecular and Cellular Biology: Investigate the molecular mechanisms of diseases and their implications for diagnostics.
Laboratory Management: Develop leadership skills for managing clinical and research laboratories.
Ethics and Policy: Address ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks in medical laboratory sciences.
Career Opportunities
Pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Laboratory Sciences places you at the forefront of healthcare research and innovation. This advanced degree emphasizes the development of new diagnostic techniques, understanding diseases at the molecular level, and improving laboratory practices worldwide.
Career opportunities for this degree include:
Academic and Research Careers: Teaching at universities and conducting groundbreaking research in clinical and medical laboratory sciences.
Clinical Laboratory Director: Leading diagnostic laboratories and ensuring the highest quality in testing and research.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to this programme a prospective student should satisfy the following conditions:
Have a Masters degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or a closely related field (e.g., Immunology,
Microbiology and Biochemistry).
Environmental and Life Sciences
Public Health and Veterinary Sciences
Dean: Dr Mlamuleli Mhlanga (Acting Dean)
mmhlanga@lsu.ac.zw
+263 812 856 976
Lupane State University Main Campus