Bachelor of Science in Health Laboratory

Tuition fee: Local TZS 4,880,400   |  International $ 4,330

 Offered At: KCMC University

 Department of Health Laboratory Sciences, under School of Medicine.

The introduction of an undergraduate course for health laboratory scientists into our health care system aims at developing good practical, analytical and transferable skills applicable to a wide range of employment opportunities such as pharmaceutical research, pathology, and diagnosis as well as clinical trials. This will greatly improve the quality of laboratory services both medical and research oriented.

Objectives


  • Develop Practical Skills – Equip students with hands-on laboratory techniques essential for medical and research applications.

  • Enhance Analytical Abilities – Train students in data analysis and problem-solving related to laboratory testing and research.

  • Foster Transferable Skills – Provide knowledge applicable across various fields, including pharmaceutical research, pathology, and clinical trials.

  • Improve Diagnostic Competence – Strengthen students’ ability to conduct accurate laboratory diagnoses for effective patient care.

  • Support Medical and Research Excellence – Enhance the quality of laboratory services in both clinical and research settings.

  • Prepare for Diverse Career Paths – Enable graduates to pursue careers in healthcare, research, and pharmaceutical industries.

BSCHL

Language:                             English

Duration:                               3 Years

StudyType:            Udergraduate

Level:                                        Degree

Mode:                                   Full Time

Intake:                                   October

What you will study
Semester 1

  • KBBP 1105 – Analytical Techniques and Instrumentation

  • KBBB 1101 – Basic Biochemistry

  • KBCS 1104 – Communication Skills

  • KBDS 1106 – Development Studies

  • KBFF 1211 – Foundation of Faith

  • K8ANA 1101 – Anatomy

  • KBPH 1210 – Physiology

Semester 2

  • KBAB 1208 – Advanced Biochemistry
  • KBAN 1209 – Anatomy

  • KBLP 1213 – Health Laboratory Practices and Safety

  • KBIM 1212 – Immunology

  • KBMI 1211 – Medical Microbiology

  • K8PH 1209 – Physiology

Semester 1

  • KBCC 2116 – Clinical Chemistry

  • KBHB 2117 – Haematology and Blood Transfusion I

  • KBHT 2118 – Histotechnology

  • KBMI 2114 – Microbiology

  • KBPA 2119 – Basic Pathology

  • KBPE 2113 – Parasitology

Semester 2

  • KBCC 2222 – Clinical Chemistry

  • KBPE 2220 – Entomology

  • KBHB 2222 – Haematology & Blood Transfusion

  • KBHT 2224 – Histotechnology

  • KBPA 2225 – Pathology

Semester 1

  • KBEB 3128 – Epidemiology and Biostatistics

  • KBQS 3127 – Laboratory Quality System

  • KBMB 3130 – Molecular Biology

  • KBEM 3129 – Research Methodology

  • KBPD 3525 – Research Proposal Development

Semester 2

  • KBCC 3299 – Clinical Chemistry

  • KBMC 3632 – Clinical Microbiology

  • KBPE 3233 – Diagnostic Parasitology

  • KBFP 3633 – Field Practical Attachment

  • KBHB 2222 – Haematology & Blood Transfusion

  • KBHT 3235 – Histotechnology

  • KBID 3633 – Immunodiagnostics Practical

  • KBPR 3236 – Research Report

Entry Qualifications


Direct entry: Three principal passes in Physics, Chemistry and Biology with a minimum of 6 points: A minimum of C grade in Chemistry and D grade in Biology and at least E grade in Physics.

Equivalent entry: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences with an average of “B’’ or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a minimum of “D” grade in the following subjects: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics and English at O-Level. 

Tuition Fee Structure and Payment plans

BSC IN HEALTH LABORATORY SCIENCES

Direct to University Costs

Cost CategoryYear 1 (Local TZ)Year 1 (International $)Year 2 (Local TZ)Year 2 (International $)Year 3 (Local TZ)Year 3 (International $)
Registration Fee50,00050----
Identity Card10,00050----
Caution Money50,00050----
TCU Quality Assurance20,0002020,0002020,00020
Tuition Fee4,000,0003,5004,000,0003,5004,000,0003,500
Examination Fee250,000250250,000250250,000250
ICT Facilitation50,0005050,0005050,00050
Graduation----100,000100
Research Supervision----200,000200
Field Supervision----300,000300
NHIF Fee50,4005050,4005050,40050
Facility Sustainability Fee50,0005050,0005050,00050
Teaching Materials300,000300300,000300300,000300
Workshops and Local Conferences Fee30,0003030,0003030,00030
Student Union Fee20,0002020,0002020,00020
Total Payable to College4,880,4004,3304,720,4004,1705,320,4004,770

Direct to Student Costs - BSc Health Lab Sciences

Cost CategoryYear 1 (Local TZ)Year 1 (International $)Year 2 (Local TZ)Year 2 (International $)Year 3 (Local TZ)Year 3 (International $)
Accommodation800,000800800,000800800,000800
Meals2,250,0002,2502,250,0002,2502,250,0002,250
Stationery200,000200200,000200200,000200
Books300,000300300,000300300,000300
Fieldwork----300,000300
Special Faculty Requirements300300300300300300
Research----500,000500
Total Payable to Students3,850,0003,8503,850,0003,8504,650,0004,650