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    Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science (PGDipMLSc)

    1. Admission to the Programme

      1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
      2. Every applicant must have been awarded a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science with an average grade of at least B or have an alternative qualification acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).

    2. Structure of the Programme

      The programme of study shall comprise the following:

      1. MELS 510
      2. Approved research methods paper(s) to the value of 30 points
      3. MELS 580 Research Project.

    3. Duration of the Programme

      1. The programme of study shall comprise one year of full-time study, or the equivalent in part-time study.
      2. A full-time candidate shall complete the requirements of the diploma within two years, and a part-time candidate shall complete the requirements within four years.

    4. Level of Award of the Diploma

      The diploma may be awarded with distinction or with credit.

    5. Variations

      The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.

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