Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology - BS MLT
Program Objectives
- To develop competent technologists who effectively support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care.
- To train students in the safe collection, transportation, processing, and preservation of biological specimens with strict adherence to biosafety protocols.
- To equip students to adhere to healthcare policies and uphold ethical standards in clinical laboratory practice.
- To cultivate practical skills in operating, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment accurately.
- To instill the principles and practice of quality control to ensure reliability and accuracy in laboratory testing.
WHY CHOOSE BS Medical Laboratory technology AT SOHAIL UNIVERSITY?
Robust and Immersive Clinical Training
- Comprehensive Clinical Rotations: Acquire extensive hands-on experience across diverse clinical environments, ensuring holistic exposure to all dimensions of cardiovascular care.
Exclusive Access to Premier Teaching Hospitals
- Elite Clinical Training Facilities: Benefit from practical learning opportunities at Medicare Cardiac & General Hospital and Sohail Trust Hospital.
- State-of-the-Art Diagnostic Technologies: Engage with cutting-edge equipment and advanced interventional procedures.
- Authentic Student Testimonials: Gain insights through the experiences and success stories of current and former students.
Dynamic Skill Development Across Diverse Healthcare Settings
- Multi-Institutional Clinical Immersion: Equip yourself with a broad spectrum of clinical skills by rotating through multiple renowned healthcare institutions.
- Versatility for Multifaceted Roles: Cultivate adaptability to thrive in various professional capacities within the cardiovascular domain.
Distinguished Faculty with Global Expertise
- Esteemed Mentorship: Learn from Ph.D.-qualified faculty members educated at leading international universities, with a strong background in research and academia.
Comprehensive Student Support and Enrichment
- Academic Excellence Resources: Access a wealth of support services designed to optimize your educational journey.
- Holistic Professional Development: Participate in extracurricular activities aimed at fostering leadership and career readiness.
- Vibrant Alumni Network: Leverage the power of a dedicated and engaged alumni community.
Advanced Postgraduate Pathways
Specialized Higher Education: Pursue MPhil programs in Medical Technology & Public Health to deepen expertise and expand career opportunities.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER LANDSCAPE: BS IN Medical LABORATORY SCIENCES
Support healthcare teams in diagnosing, monitoring, and managing a wide range of medical conditions through laboratory testing.
- Clinical Roles:
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
- Microbiology Technologist
- Hematology Technologist
- Histopathology Technologist
- Blood Bank Technologis
- Non-Clinical Roles:
- Education & Research (Instructor, Lecturer, Research Assistant)
- Medical and Pharmaceutical Industry Roles
- Healthcare Administration and Quality Assurance
- Strong demand for skilled professionals both locally and internationally.
- Opportunities for career advancement through specialization and professional certification.
- Access to global career prospects across diverse healthcare settings.
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY AT SOHAIL UNIVERSITY
The BS in Medical Laboratory Sciences program blends cutting-edge laboratory technology with patient-centered diagnostic expertise, equipping you for a dynamic career in medical testing and healthcare innovation.
Apply now and build your future in Clinical Laboratory excellence.
RECOGNITION BY GOVERNING BODIES
All undergraduate programs offered by the Department of Biomedical & Biological Sciences (BBS) are officially recognized by the following regulatory bodies:
- Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan
- Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)
This recognition ensures that our programs meet national academic and professional standards, enabling graduates to pursue advanced studies, licensure, and careers both locally and internationally.
INDUSTRY-LINKED ROBUST SKILL DEVELOPMENT
At Sohail University, academic learning is seamlessly integrated with real-world healthcare experiences. Through partnerships with leading hospitals, students gain hands-on clinical exposure as part of their curriculum—sharpening practical skills and preparing them for the healthcare industry.
- Medicare Cardiac & General Hospital (MCGH)
- Layton Rehmatullah Benevolent Trust (LRBT)
- Sohail Trust Hospital (STH)
- National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD)
- Karachi Institute of Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine (KIRAN)
- Afzaal Memorial Thalassemia Foundation (AMTF)
- National Institute of Blood Diseases (NIBD)
- Health & Nutrition Lounge
Biomedical Research Center (BRC)
Sohail University has taken a significant step forward in enriching its educational offerings by establishing the Biomedical Research Center (BRC) at the campus. The center is a state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled research facility designed to foster innovation in the biomedical and biological sciences.
The BRC is divided into specialized sections:
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Cell Culture
- Tissue Imaging
- Bioinformatics
Equipped with the latest, safety-certified research tools and technologies, the BRC provides students with a cutting-edge environment to explore, experiment, and advance their scientific pursuits.
Contact Us
- 0326803401
- Ext: 3303/ 3309
- 021-34935008-9
- bbsundergraduate.secretariat@sohailuniversity.edu.pk
- 22-23 Shaheed-e-Millat Road, Karachi-74000 Pakistan
ADmission Criteria
- Minimum 50% marks in HSC (Pre-Medical) or equivalent qualification.
- O/A Level and foreign qualification holders must provide an IBCC Equivalence Certificate.
- Candidates must qualify the University Aptitude Test and Interview.
- Applicants residing outside Pakistan may submit SAT/ACT scores instead of appearing in the University Aptitude Test.
| Semester 1 | |
|---|---|
| Functional English | 3+0 |
| Application of Information & Communication Technologies | 2+1 |
| Natural Sciences | 2+1 |
| Quantitative Reasoning-I | 3+0 |
| Pakistan Studies | 2+0 |
| Credit Hours: 14 | |
| Semester 2 | |
|---|---|
| Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan | 2+0 |
| Expository Writing | 3+0 |
| Quantitative Reasoning-II | 3+0 |
| Civics & Community Engagement | 1+1 |
| Metabolic Chemistry in Human | 2+1 |
| Physiology | 3+0 |
| Molecular Biology | 3+0 |
| Credit Hours: 19 | |
| Semester 3 | |
|---|---|
| Cell Biology | 3+0 |
| Biosafety & Bioethics | 3+0 |
| Virology | 3+0 |
| Microbiology | 2+1 |
| Social Sciences | 2+0 |
| Islamic Studies | 2+0 |
| Credit Hours: 16 | |
| Semester 4 | |
|---|---|
| Clinical Biochemistry-I | 3+0 |
| Diagnostic Microbiology-I | 3+0 |
| Hematology-I | 3+0 |
| Entrepreneurship | 2+0 |
| Methods in Molecular Biology | 2+1 |
| Creative Skills Development | 2+0 |
| Clinical Practicum-I | 0+3 |
| Credit Hours: 19 | |
| Semester 5 | |
|---|---|
| Hematology-II | 3+0 |
| Clinical Biochemistry-II | 3+0 |
| Diagnostic Microbiology-II | 3+0 |
| General Pathology | 3+0 |
| Immunology | 3+0 |
| Clinical Rotation-II | 0+3 |
| Credit Hours: 18 | |
| Semester 6 | |
|---|---|
| Research Methodology | 3+0 |
| Cytology & Cytopathology | 2+1 |
| Blood Transfusion-I | 3+0 |
| Clinical Practicum-III | 0+6 |
| Fundamentals of Infection Control | 3+0 |
| Credit Hours: 18 | |
| Semester 7 | |
|---|---|
| Clinical Endocrinology | 3+0 |
| Blood Transfusion-II | 3+0 |
| Clinical Practicum-IV | 0+6 |
| Cell & Tissue Culture | 2+1 |
| Internship | 0+3 |
| Credit Hours: 15 | |
| Semester 8 | |
|---|---|
| Clinical Laboratory Equipment | 3+0 |
| Clinical Laboratory Management | 3+0 |
| Capstone Project | 3+0 |
| Clinical Practicum-V | 0+6 |
| Credit Hours: 15 | |
*NOTE: Scheme of studies can be modified as per requirement and advancement in the field.
FEE STRUCTURE 2025-2026
| Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees) | |||||
| Particular | Charges (Rs.) | ||||
| Admission Fee (One Time Only) | 15,000 | ||||
| Security Deposit (One Time Only, Refundable) | 10,000 | ||||
| Tuition Fees (per semester) | 115,000 | ||||
| Enrolment Fee (one time only) | 3,000 | ||||
| Student Activity Fee (Per semester) | 1,500 | ||||
| Examination Fee (per semester) 10% increase Annually | 3,000 | ||||
| Documents Verification Fee (one time only) | 5,000 | ||||
| Council Registration Fee | 1,000 | ||||
| Lab Charges | 5,000 | ||||
| ID Card Charges | 1,000 | ||||
| TOTAL (at the time of admission) | 159,500 | ||||
| Registration Fees | 1,500 | ||||
| Tution Fees are subject to yearly revision depanding on inflation and cost of living index | |||||
Transcript and Degree Charges
| S.No | Particulars | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transcript | PKR 2500 | |||
| 2 | Duplicate | PKR 2000 | |||
| 3 | Partial Transcript | PKR 1500 | |||
| 4 | Degree (without convocation charges) | PKR 10,000 | |||
| 5 | Urgent Degree | PKR 15,000 | |||
| 6 | Degree Charges for Overseas Candidates | US $100 (by Bank Draft) | |||
| 7 | Duplicate Degree | PKR 10,000 | |||
| 8 | Transcript/Degree Verification Charges | PKR 1500 | |||
| The above charges can be revised* | |||||
FEE STRUCTURE
| Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees) |
|||||
| Particular | 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year | |
| Application Fee (One Time Only) | 1,500 | – | – | – | |
| Tuition Fees (Per Semester) | 92,400 | 98,870 | 108,755 | 125,070 | |
| Exam Fee (Per Semester) | 3,000 | – | – | – | |
| Enrollment Fee (One Time Only) | 3,000 | – | – | – | |
| Student Fund | 2,000 | – | – | – | |
| Lab Fee | 5,000 | – | – | – | |
| Admission Fee (One Time Only) | 15,000 | – | – | – | |
| Security Deposit (One Time Only, Refundable) | 10,000 | – | – | – | |
| Tution Fees are subject to yearly revision depanding on inflation and cost of living index | |||||