Programme Name: Post-Diploma Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Programme Code: UPDMETEFTU1
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
The Post Diploma Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology seeks to produce graduates with a broad based education who will demonstrate technical knowledge, practical skills and professional ethics based upon the code of ethics of Medical Technologists.
Graduates will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and think critically. Our graduates will be exposed to current developments in the field of Medical Technology. This will provide a sound foundation for graduates to pursue further education and professional development.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Prospective students will be expected to have the following:
- Possess a Diploma in Medical Technology from CAST/UTECH or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
- Have a minimum of 2 years post Diploma working experience
| YEAR 1 | (Semester 1) | ||
| Module Code | Module Name | Credits | |
| Advanced Communication | 2 |
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| Information Technology II | 3 |
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| Principles of Org. Mgmt. | 3 |
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| Biotechnology | 3 |
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Quality Assurance in the Clinical Lab |
3 |
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| Clinical Chemistry III | 3 |
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17 |
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| (Semester 2) | |||
| Interdisciplinary Seminar | 1 |
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| Business Communication | 2 |
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| Introduction to Calculus | 3 |
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| Haematology III | 2 |
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| Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
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| Microbiology III | 4 |
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| University Elective I | 3 |
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18 |
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| (Summer Session) | |||
| Module Code | Module Name | Credits |
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| Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
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Toxicology & Drug Monitoring |
1 |
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| Immunohaematology III | 3 |
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| Parasitology & Virology | 3 |
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| University Elective II | 3 |
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| Project (Integrative Study) | 3 |
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| Histopathology Tutorial | 1 |
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17 |
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