BTech Medical Laboratory Science

Medical Laboratory Science is the branch of health sciences that deals with diagnostic testing of blood, tissue, and other body samples. This BTech programme at Accra Technical University prepares students to work behind the scenes in healthcare, producing the results doctors rely on. It is a less competitive entry programme for General Science students, making it a practical path into the health sector.

What medical laboratory science actually covers

Programmes of this kind usually blend biology, chemistry, and clinical practice. You learn how to collect and handle samples, run tests that detect diseases, operate laboratory equipment, and interpret results with accuracy. You also study quality control, laboratory safety, and how to communicate findings to other health professionals. The skills you build are precise, practical, and highly transferable across the health system.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to this programme is less competitive than many other health-related degrees. That means you will not need the same high aggregate as, say, medicine or nursing, but you still need a solid background in General Science from SHS. Because specific cut-off points are not published here, it is best to check your WASSCE grades against the general requirements for the Faculty of Applied Sciences at Accra Technical University.

What you can do after graduation

Graduates of medical laboratory science typically work in diagnostic laboratories within hospitals, health centres, and private clinics. Many find roles as medical laboratory scientists, quality assurance officers, or research assistants. Others move into public health, epidemiological surveillance, or the production of medical and pharmaceutical products. The degree also provides a foundation for further study in specialised areas like haematology, medical microbiology, or clinical chemistry.