About the program:
The Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences program is located under the umbrella of the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences of the College of Applied Medical Sciences and is offered on the main campus of Jouf University. The program aims to meet the growing demand for laboratory professionals with proven research skills and knowledge of the latest developments in clinical laboratory science. The program includes 36 credit hours, distributed as follows: 13 credit hours for general courses, 15 credit hours for specialized courses, and 8 credit hours for a research thesis.
The Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences includes three major specializations: Hematology, Clinical Microbiology, and Clinical Biochemistry. The program framework consists of coursework and a thesis. All students must complete the required courses, which are distributed across different study tracks. 
Clinical Microbiology Track:
The Clinical Microbiology Track consists of specialized courses that focus on advanced knowledge and skills in bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, antibiotics, and antimicrobial resistance.
Clinical Biochemistry Track:
The Clinical Biochemistry Track includes specialized courses covering advanced topics in endocrinology, enzymology, inborn metabolic disorders, instrumentation and methodology, toxicology, and therapeutic drug monitoring. The Master's program culminates in a faculty-supervised specialized thesis. General courses aim to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of pathophysiology, immunology, medical genetics, molecular diagnostics, biostatistics, seminars, and infection control.
Hematology Track:
The Hematology Track includes specialized courses that focus on advanced knowledge and skills related to red and white blood cell disorders, bleeding disorders, and transfusion medicine.
 

Vision:
Advancing competency in the field of clinical laboratory sciences nationally and regionally.

Mission:
Preparing highly qualified and skilled graduates to support education, scientific research, and community
healthcare.

Goals:
1. Assuring high quality in teaching and training to prepare competent professionals in clinical laboratory
sciences.
2. Providing graduates with the fundamental knowledge, values, and skills necessary for teaching and research.
3. Encouraging and preparing students in research skills to pursue PhD studies.
4. Graduating proficient clinical laboratory scientists to serve the community.
 

Student Admission Requirements:
A/ General Requirements:
According to the admission procedures for the Master's in Clinical Laboratory Sciences program, the general admission requirements include:
1. The applicant must be a Saudi national.
2. He/she must hold a bachelor's degree from a Saudi or accredited university.
3. He/she must be medically fit.
4. He/she must have a valid certificate from the General Aptitude Test and the English Language Proficiency Test.
B/ Special Requirements:
The most important special requirements are:
1. He/she must have a bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent with a grade of "Good" or higher.
2. He/she must have achieved the required score on the Test of English Proficiency (STEP) or its equivalent.
3. He/she must pass the personal interview.
4. He/she must complete the clinical internship period.
5. He/she must obtain professional accreditation and registration from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
 

Program Description and General Information:
Program Main Location: Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences - Main Campus, Jouf University - Sakaka. Study System: Coursework and Thesis. Study Method: On-campus. Major Track/Study Track. Credit Hours (per track). Careers/Occupations (per track)
1. Clinical Microbiology: 15
2. Hematology: 15
3. Clinical Chemistry: 15
Total Credit Hours: (36) General Courses: 13
Specialized Courses (Elective): 15
Thesis: 8
Total: 36
Mission and Objectives:
1. Program Mission: To prepare qualified and highly skilled graduates to support education, scientific research, and community healthcare.
2. Program Objectives:
1. To ensure high-quality teaching and training to prepare competent professionals in clinical laboratory sciences.
2. To provide graduates with the basic knowledge, values, and skills necessary for teaching and research.
3- Encouraging and preparing students with research skills to pursue doctoral studies.
4- Graduating competent clinical laboratory scientists to serve the community.