Unit Catalogue

As part of this unit, students will build on their laboratory experience and further advancing their knowledge and skills by completing 8 weeks in a diagnostic laboratory. Students will undertake a professional placement where they will gain supervised training from an experienced medical laboratory scientist within a diagnostic laboratory. Students will participate in a broad range of test procedures that are performed to assist in the investigation, diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of disease, where they will be required to link theory to clinical notes. Students will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of the occupational health and safety risks, importance of quality control, maintenance of equipment¸ data validation and interpretation of results. Furthermore, the students will develop an understanding of laboratory accreditation and evidence-based practice, while working in a professional manner alongside potential employers.

Students are responsible for organising and covering any travel and accommodation expenses related to the placement. Students are advised to plan and budget accordingly for these costs as they are not included in the tuition fees for this unit.