The general objectives of the Medical Laboratory Sciences are:

1.  To train medical laboratory science practitioners who are capable of providing comprehensive health laboratory services in hospitals, 

2.  To conduct research activities in the area of clinical laboratory sciences and public health based on the existing problems and felt need of the society.

3.  To participate in community services and to take an active part in solving general problems related to health.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory should normally require study duration of four years.