Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory Science

The first year emphasises foundational scientific learning, language development, and general education. From the second year, students explore theories and practices in Medical Laboratory Science's four specialties: Anatomical & Cellular Pathology, Chemical Pathology, Haematology & Transfusion Science, and Medical Microbiology & Virology. After completing specialised courses, students undertake at least 200 hours of clinical practicum in the first semester of the fourth year at the clinical laboratories of public/private hospitals or private clinical laboratories, facilitating a smooth transition to the workforce.

• To develop students’ competence in medical testing with wide knowledge base in the application of analytical science in medicine. 
• To equip the student with critical and analytical thinking skills for solving complex clinical problems in laboratory medicine. 
• To prepare the student to be an effective and efficient healthcare practitioner for participation in contemporary clinical care paths.

HKDSE applicants should submit applications through the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS). There are NO self-financing places for this programme.

Dr. Jason LAM 

Email: jasonlam@twc.edu.hk

• PhD, The University of Hong Kong, HK 
• Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist (Part I), HK 
• Member of Hong Kong Society for Microbiology and Infection (HKSMI) 
• Member of Hong Kong Society for Molecular Diagnostic Sciences (HKSMDS) 

* Alternate Chinese course for “non-Chinese speaking” students only

Remarks: The programme structure listed above is for reference only. For details, please consult the School concerned or refer to the Programme Definitive Document.

• Applicants are expected to possess foundational scientific knowledge. Preference will be given to those who have previously studied Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Combined Science and obtained Level 2 or above in these subjects in HKDSE, or an equivalent qualification.
• Applicants may be invited to attend an interview.
• Applicants should have normal colour vision, as this is typically required for employment in local medical laboratories.
• Applicants should be prepared to handle human samples, tissues and body fluids.

• Tung Wah College will adjust the tuition fee of its programmes based on the Composite Consumer Price Index to be announced by the Government annually. 
• Tuition fees are normally charged by two instalments per annum and are payable before the commencement of each semester. New students are required to settle the balance of the tuition fee for the first semester (i.e. after deducting deposit) upon programme registration in August. 
• Students are required to pay additional fees for all retake/additional courses which would be charged at the rate of the normal cohort and be calculated by the number of credits to be taken. Please refer the details in the College’s Fees Regulation at https://www.twc.edu.hk/en/Administration_Units/fo/our_service/student-area. 
• The tuition fee for the programme under the Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP) is the net fee paid by a student after deduction of subsidy from the Government. In 2026/27 academic year, the annual subsidy under the SSSDP is $81,450 for laboratory-based undergraduate programmes. The annual subsidy amount may vary in each academic year subject to the decision by the Education Bureau. 
• All fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable. 
• Following the Government's announcement on 31 July 2025 regarding the revised eligibility criteria for government-subsidised post-secondary student places and subsidies, the new arrangements will take effect from the 2027/28 academic year (with the application cycle commencing in October 2026). Students will be required to pay the non-subsidised tuition fees if they do not meet the updated eligibility criteria for government subsidies. 
• For more details about the College's tuition fee payment schedule and fees regulation, please refer to the "Tuition Fee Payment Schedule" and "Fees Regulation" at https://www.twc.edu.hk/en/Administration_Units/fo/our_service/student-area.

Our Year 3 Student became a student helper of 'Summer Taster Programme' and introduced our programme to the secondary students who were interested in Medical Laboratory Science.

Our Year 4 Students visited the Biomedical Science Programme of Glasgow Caledonian University.  They attained lectures and laboratory classes, presented their final year projects, and visited the local Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Our Year 3 and 4 Students visited the central laboratory of KingMed Diagnostics (Guzngzhou).  They learned the local workflow including sample preparation, result analysis, and reporting on advanced diagnostic technology.

Science background is essential for learning all the basic technologies employed in medical laboratory science. The student applying for the programme is expected to have followed a structured science education (including chemistry) in the senior years of secondary education.

Students are expected to score good grades in English and science subjects (including chemistry).

The first year of study will mainly be general education and foundation scientific training. From second year onwards, students will receive basic and clinical training in all disciplines of Medical Laboratory Science, including Haematology and Transfusion Science, Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology, Medical Microbiology, Anatomical and Cellular Pathology, and Molecular Diagnostics. In the fourth year, students will receive 480 hours of clinical practicum in a public or private medical laboratory. Satisfactory completion of the clinical practicum is one of the requirements for graduation.

Yes. The Medical Laboratory Science degree programme has received accreditation from the Medical Laboratory Technologists Board in August 2016. Graduates are eligible to register with the Board for the statutory registration to practice.

Medical Laboratory Science graduates can begin their career as medical laboratory technologists in local clinical laboratories upon registration with the Medical Laboratory Technologist Board. They may also enter the in vitro diagnostics industry as technical specialists. Those interested in further studies may pursue postgraduate studies (Master and Doctoral programmes) in local and overseas universities.