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MA/MS in Laboratory Medicine (MHSc)

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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MA/MS in Laboratory Medicine (MHSc) is a master's degree in Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences programme taught at University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years.

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Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Duration: 2 years

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Health Science (MHSc) in Laboratory Medicine is a two-year, full-time professional graduate program offered by the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto. It trains clinical laboratory medicine scientists in one of two fields of study, Pathologists' Assistant or Clinical Embryology; applicants apply to only one field. The curriculum combines academic coursework with supervised clinical training relevant to the chosen field. The program is currently open only to Canadian permanent residents, citizens, or refugees and is not accepting applications from international students. No standardized admission test is required, though applicants must meet the University of Toronto's general English proficiency requirement. Graduates earn a Master of Health Science degree and are prepared for clinical roles as pathologists' assistants or clinical embryologists within hospital and laboratory settings.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants need a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in the life sciences from a recognized university, with an average of at least B+ in the last two years of full-time study. At least one university-level course each in human physiology, human biology, mathematics, and chemistry is required; courses in human anatomy, biostatistics, and biomedical research are desirable but not mandatory. Applicants must be a Canadian permanent resident, citizen, or refugee; the program is not currently accepting international applicants. No standardized test is required, but applicants must meet the University of Toronto's English proficiency requirement.

Application Details

Start Date: September

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Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Laboratory Medicine (MHSc) award?

University of Toronto awards a Master's Degree in the field of Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Laboratory Medicine (MHSc) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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