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BMLS Medical Laboratory Science at Bayelsa Medical University

Bayelsa Medical University, Nigeria

Programme overview

The BMLS Medical Laboratory Science is an undergraduate programme offered at Bayelsa Medical University by the Faculty of Health Sciences, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. It runs for 5 Years.

In order to bridge diagnostic science with patient care, you will develop comprehensive competencies in laboratory medicine, biomedical research, and healthcare technology. A particular focus of the program is on mastering both fundamental laboratory techniques and advanced diagnostic technologies through hands-on training in our state-of-the-art labs.

Level: Undergraduate  |  Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Duration: 5 Years  |  Location: Yenagoa, Bayelsa State

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Entry requirements

Admission by Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Admission into the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science is normally through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Candidates must satisfy both the University, the Faculty/Departmental and MLSCN requirements. A.1 University Requirements Admission through Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) The minimum admission requirements for first year of a Bachelor’s Degree Programmed shall be five (5) subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) obtained at the credit level at the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Ordinary Level, West African School Certificate Examination (WASCE), Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE), National Exanimation Council (NECO), National Business and Technical Education Board (NABTEB), or their equivalents, in not more than two (2) sittings. The other subjects shall be as indicated in section B.1. Such candidates shall be admitted into year one (1) of the degree programme. In addition, Faculty and Departmental requirements(s) shall be satisfied, concerning O-level/UTME subject combinations. Furthermore, students must obtain: An acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), not below the national minimum cut-off point for universities for the year in question. An acceptable weighted average score from the JAMB

UTME cut-offs change every year and differ by programme. Check the university's current admission list before you apply.

Undergraduate applications open in July every year; early decision deadline is September and regular decision deadline is November. Dates are subject to change.

Applications open in July every year; early decision deadline September; regular decision deadline November. Application is online with an application fee (amount not stated).

Apply through the university admissions page: https://bmu.edu.ng/admissions/

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