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Diploma of Laboratory Technology

RMIT University

  • Melbourne, Australia
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Diploma

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About the program

A one-year vocational diploma that deepens laboratory science knowledge and skills.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Laboratory Technology. Apply relevant theories
  • Methods
  • And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Laboratory Technology.

Career outcomes

  • Technician in pathology and research laboratories supporting diagnostic screening
  • Medical research
  • Vaccine production
  • Agriculture
  • Plant propagation
  • Microbiology

Curriculum

  • Five core subjects and 13 electives building specialised vocational skills in laboratory techniques
  • Including maintaining and calibrating instruments and equipment
  • Processing and interpreting data
  • And applying quality systems and continuous improvement. One year full-time.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent
  • typically with a minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification; some advanced diplomas require a related RMIT diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification on 7 course pages; others require Australian Year 12 equivalent
  • a VCE equivalent without a stated score
  • or an earlier RMIT certificate

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent

Language tests

  • IELTS 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT 50
  • PTE Academic 42
  • Cambridge 162
  • IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of Identity
  • Application Form

How to apply

  1. Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year$23,250 AUD
Application fee$100 AUD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusMelbourne City
Faculty or schoolCollege of Vocational Education
Department_
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1.5 years
Scholarship noteRMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    February 2027

    Apply by

    10 Feb 2027

    88 days left
  • Program starts

    July 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.