MSU College nurturing future frontliners
THE emergence of Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the vital role of Medical Laboratory Technologistswho are in charge in conducting the real-time polymerase chain reaction tests (RT-PCR) on suspected Covid-19 samples.
They are the unsung heroes behind the scene. Though we can’t see them in the front lines, but soundlessly they have made enormous contribution to the fight against this deadly disease.
In preparing the medical future front liners, MSU College offers the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) to those who are interested in scientific discoveries and medical research.
It prepares students with wellbalanced programmes comprising academic knowledge with hands-on practical skills which will enhance student’s knowledge and skills.
The programme is a comprehensive training and learning experience in all levels of laboratory medicine, including Haematology, Microbiology and so on.
Students are trained to conduct procedures and tests on specimens from patients such as blood, urine and tissue, and provide reports that help doctors decide on diagnosis and patient treatment.
The three-year programme aims to produce medical laboratory technologist who are competent, skilful and capable to meet the human capital needs of the country, with career opportunities in numerous industries such as hospitals, clinics, public health laboratories, pharmaceutical or chemical industries, biotechnology companies, veterinary clinics, research laboratories, transplant and blood donor centres and fertility clinics.
At MSU College, students will be exposed to a holistic learning experience, to build soft skills and all the necessary skills that required for a professional MLT.
The curriculum combines the knowledge of integrated education, health and education science lab.
Upon completion the diploma, students may proceed to a bachelor programme at Management and Science University (MSU) through the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences (FHLS) or International Medical School (IMS).
Another opportunity for students is the progression to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme offered through IMS either in Shah Alam campus or in MSU offshore campus in Bangalore, India.