Department of Medical Laboratory - Red Sea University
The Department of Medical Laboratory at Red Sea University trains students to become skilled laboratory professionals who play a critical role in disease diagnosis and treatment. Our program emphasizes laboratory techniques, research, and quality assurance, preparing graduates to work in clinical, research, and public health settings.
About Department
The Department of Medical Laboratory at Red Sea University trains students to become skilled laboratory professionals who play a critical role in disease diagnosis and treatment. Our program emphasizes laboratory techniques, research, and quality assurance, preparing graduates to work in clinical, research, and public health settings.
Our faculty comprises experts in hematology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology, and molecular diagnostics who are committed to providing students with comprehensive training in laboratory techniques, safety procedures, and quality control. We emphasize hands-on learning and practical applications to prepare students for real-world laboratory challenges.
The department maintains strong partnerships with clinical laboratories, research institutions, and public health facilities, enabling our students to gain valuable experience through internships, clinical rotations, and research projects that address current healthcare needs.
Career Opportunities
Medical Laboratory graduates can pursue rewarding careers in clinical laboratories, public health laboratories, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and academia. Potential roles include:
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Perform complex laboratory tests for disease diagnosis and monitoring
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Conduct routine laboratory tests and procedures
Laboratory Quality Assurance Officer
Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations
Diagnostic Equipment Specialist
Operate and maintain laboratory diagnostic equipment
Laboratory Manager
Oversee laboratory operations and personnel
Research Laboratory Technician
Support scientific research in laboratory settings
Public Health Laboratory Specialist
Work in public health laboratories on disease surveillance
Blood Bank Technician
Manage blood collection, testing, and storage
Program Goals
The Department of Medical Laboratory has established the following goals to guide our educational mission and program development:
- To produce skilled medical laboratory professionals capable of conducting accurate diagnostic tests and supporting evidence-based medical decisions.
- To provide students with hands-on training in laboratory techniques, safety procedures, quality control, and data interpretation.
- To enhance students' knowledge of hematology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology, and molecular diagnostics.
- To promote a culture of continuous learning, ethical laboratory practices, and contribution to scientific research.
Program Structure
The Medical Laboratory program is structured to provide comprehensive training in laboratory techniques, research, and quality assurance. The curriculum includes the following components:
| No | Types of the Requirements | Number of Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Requirement | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | Faculty Requirement | 13 | 39 |
| 3 | Department Requirement | 31 | 92 |
| 4 | Graduation Thesis | 1 | 3 |
| Total | 52 | 155 | |
Course List
The students in this department will take the following courses:
Table 1
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Table 2
| SN | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | SN | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
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Table 3
| S/N | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | S/N | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
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Table 4
| S/N | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | S/N | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
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Note: The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, with courses designed to develop strong laboratory skills and evidence-based approaches to medical diagnostics.