Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences & Biotechnology
Medical Laboratory Sciences & Biotechnology - One Department, Three Programs
We offer one of the most robust laboratory sciences multispecialty curricula in the country, with programs in Biotechnology, Cytotechnology and Cell Sciences, and Medical Laboratory Science. Throughout your program, you will experience cutting-edge training with nationally recognized faculty.
Degree Programs
We offer programs in Biotechnology, Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences, and Medical Laboratory Science, each with eight different track options to complete your degree.
New Online BS Degree-Completion Program Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to BS in Medical Laboratory Science
This online, part-time track is for Medical Lab Technicians with an associate's degree who are seeking a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Medical Laboratory Science. Students will earn credits in classes such as Molecular Biology, Clinical Chemistry and Immunology over a 2- to 4-year span.
Dual-degree Program Accelerated 3+2 Health Sciences BS/MS in MLSB Chosen Program
Build strong skills in critical thinking and problem solving through foundation courses in basic sciences and humanities offered on the East Falls campus before transferring to the Center City campus to complete upper-level, program-specific coursework.
Online Certificate Options Graduate Certificates
Students who have a Bachelor of Science with at least 30 science credits (biology, chemistry and/or medical sciences) can earn a graduate certificate in areas that include Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Hematology, Clinical Microbiology, Immunohematology and Molecular Biology.
Graduate Certificates
Earn a graduate certificate to gain mastery of the technical and analytical skills in specific areas of clinical or research laboratory practice.