MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology - International

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Intakes

February 2025

Locations

Geelong City Campus

Duration

Full-time: 12 months

CRICOS code

112041D

Fee

$13,610

Course description

This course is the perfect pathway if you’re looking to pursue a career in modern science. You will build on the skills and knowledge gained from completing the MSL40122 Certificate IV Laboratory Techniques, and focus on analytical chemistry, quality and data processing.  

This hands-on course develops your skills to work in laboratories across various fields. You will learn to analyse, apply and perform a range of processes and procedures, including aseptic techniques, biological procedures, analytical chemistry and procedures, histological tests and procedures, microbiological tests and molecular biology tests and procedures.  

How often do I attend?

Full time - 3 days a week

Possible career outcomes

  • Analyst 
  • Laboratory Technical Officer 
  • Quality officer 
  • Sampler 

Applications & attendance

How to apply

Find out what documents you will need to complete for your application.

How to apply

Please complete the two forms below and submit via an education agent in your country.

Application form  SOP

If you need help, contact the International team.

Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.


Intake Applications Attendance Classes Duration 
2025 February
Geelong City Campus
Open: 20 Feb 2024
Close: 1 Feb 2025 		 Class Day
Wed, Fri 9am - 5pm, Thurs 9 am-1:30 pm
 Full-time: 12 months  

Note: Students are required to undertake some self-paced learning and assessment activities outside of class time.

Please refer to our key dates and orientation webpage here.

We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers. An application does not guarantee a place in this course.

Entrance requirements

Academic:

Successful completion of Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques.

English:

IELTS Academic overall score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5 (or equivalent) – Equivalents can be found on our English language equivalency page.

Age/other requirements:

  • You must be 18 years or over at the time of course commencement.
  • Applicants applying on a basis of entry other than successful completion of Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques from The Gordon may be required to complete one or more prerequisite units which will incur extra unit tuition fee. Further information is provided at the time of enrolment.

Personal Learning Requirements

There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.

Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need. 

Units & assessments

Core Units Code Hours
Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes MSL934009 80
Maintain instruments and equipment MSL934008 60
Monitor the quality of test results and data MSL935008 50
Process and interpret data MSL924005 70
Use laboratory application software MSL924006 60
Elective Units Code Hours
Apply electrophoretic techniques MSL975065 100
Apply routine chromatographic techniques MSL975066 120
Apply routine spectrometric techniques MSL975069 150
Maintain and control stocks MSL934010 50
Obtain representative samples in accordance with sampling plan MSL954007 50
Perform biological procedures MSL974034 130
Perform chemical tests and procedures MSL974032 100
Perform food analyses MSL975071 60
Perform food tests MSL974033 100
Perform microbiological tests MSL975062 140
Perform microscopic examination MSL973028 40
Perform molecular biology tests and procedures MSL975061 150
Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination MSL973027 40
Provide information to customers MSL915003 30

Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).Find out more about CT or RPL here.

Assessment is based on:

  • Questioning
  • Observations and practical demonstrations 
  • Portfolio (work samples)
  • Product (reports, projects, role plays etc)

Fees

Fees are based on current year and are subject to change for future years. Fees are charged upon course offer and must be paid to obtain the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). Contact the international office for detailed information or see fees, payments and refunds. More information.

Total tuition fee:

$12,500

Total approx. non tuition fees:

$1,110

Further study options

  • Bachelor of Science at Deakin University
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact the International Office at international@gordontafe.edu.au or 5225 0920.