Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelors
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4 years
Fee (Tentative)NPR 777,000

Entrance Exams

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (BSc MLT) is a four-year program at Tribhuvan University. The aim of the BMLT/BSc MLT program is to produce medical laboratory technology graduates who are skilled in performing all types of routine and special laboratory investigations, such as hematological, biochemical, microbiological, and pathological investigations.

Student using Microscope to visualize pathogen
Student using Microscope to visualize pathogen

The graduates of BSc MLT program will be able to perform routine and special laboratory investigations on clinical and non-clinical samples independently, interpret the results, prepare reagents required for routine and special investigation, assist and take part in research work, set up district and zonal level medical laboratory, and introduce quality control system in the laboratory to have quality test results.

Student working in Biochemistry Laboratory
Student working in Biochemistry Laboratory 

BSc MLT Course Objectives

  • To perform routine and special laboratory investigations on clinical and non-clinical subjects independently.
  • To interpret the results and explain the underlined principle of each investigation.
  • To assist and take part in research work.
  • To participate in teaching-learning activities.
  • To set up a Zonal level medical laboratory.
  • To introduce a quality control system in the laboratory to have a qualitative result.
  • To perform managerial works- supervision of subordinates, or preparation of periodic reports and maintenance of inventory etc.

 

Eligibility

  • Must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects from a recognized educational institution and passed with a minimum of 50% or 2.4 CGPA/GPA in the Proficiency Certificate Level or Grade 12 Science Group.

or

  • Students from A-level or other similar programs with different grading systems should have studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects and passed with a minimum of 50 percent or 2.4 CGPA/GPA Must have obtained equivalence letter. 

or

  • Proficiency Certificate Level / Diploma in Medical Lab Technology with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. Must have registered with Nepal Health Professional Cou

or

  • Proficiency Certificate/Diploma in Health Science (Medical Lab Technology or Ophthalmic Science or Dental Science or Pharmacy or Radiography or Ayurveda or Physiotherapy) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and having studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology subject with minimum 50% in aggregate or 2.4 CGPA/GPA marks from National Examination Board and obtained the equivalence of class 12th science group. The candidate must have registered iwith the concerned council.

Admission Criteria

Provisions for BSc MLT Scholarships

Sub-Sections (4), (6), and (7) of Section 17 of the National Medical Education Act, 2018 and Section 20 of the National Medical Education Regulations 2020 has outlined this process about BMLT Scholarships in Nepal.

For details visit: 

Medical Education Scholarships Provision of the Government of Nepal

Scholarships to Study BSc MLT (Laboratory Medicine) in Nepal

Entrance Examination Format

The entrance examination format for enrollment in the BSc MLT program at Maharajgunj Medical Campus and all the affiliated medical colleges under Tribhuvan University is MECEE-BL.  Read more about MECEE-BL here.

Job Prospects

If you choose this major, you’ll take on the combined challenges and rewards of medicine and science. And when you graduate, you’ll be prepared to work in hospitals, research labs, blood banks, and industry labs.

Students of clinical laboratory science learn to examine body fluids, such as blood, for clues in the diagnosis of diseases. They are trained to conduct and supervise complex medical tests and to manage clinical labs.

Curricular Structure

Course Study

The BMLT course has been divided into 4 major subjects: Medical microbiology, Clinical biochemistry, Haematology and Histopathology and Cytology. Students will attend theory and practical class and do project assignment.

Year 1

  1. Medical Microbiology
  2. Clinical Biochemistry
  3. Hematology
  4. Pathology
  5. Clinical Anatomy
  6. Clinical Physiology

Year 2

  1. Medical Microbiology
  2. Clinical Biochemistry
  3. Hematology
  4. Histocytopathology
  5. Clinical Pharmacology
  6. Forensic Medicine & Medical Jurisprudence

Year 3

  1. Medical Microbiology
  2. Clinical Biochemistry
  3. Hematology
  4. Histocytopathology
  5. Biostatistics
  6. Research Methodology

Year 4

  1. Medical Microbiology
  2. Clinical Biochemistry
  3. Hematology
  4. Histocytopathology
  5. Health Policy & Health System
  6. Project Work

Downloads

Syllabus for NHPC Licensing Examination of Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT and B.Sc MLT).pdf