남서울대학교 대학원

Enrollment Quota Changes:
2008 (20 students) / 2009 (30 students) / 2019 (38 students) / 2024 (41 students)

Degree Title:
Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Science

Graduation Requirements:

• Total Credits Required: 130
• General Education: 33–43 credits
• Major: 68 credits
• Junior Year Transfer: 45 credits
• Senior Year Transfer: 21 credits

The Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science at Namseoul University was established in 2008 by the grace of God.

As a department that trains healthcare professionals as medical technologists and biomedical scientists, we study the latest biomedical science fields related to the diagnosis, progress, treatment, and prognosis of diseases.

We integrate theory and experimentation to empirically validate concepts, which helps students develop strong practical skills as medical technologists and biomedical scientists.

The Open-Gated Consultation System supports strong relationships between upper-level and newer students, as well as between professors and students, starting from the first year and continuing through graduation and alumni support. This system helps students feel connected and encourages them to stay active and engaged throughout their academic journey.

Research Opportunity for Career Development is available to current students through small research clubs. These clubs help expand research activity in biomedical science and support quick adaptation to clinical practice after graduation.

In keeping with the era of globalization, students are encouraged to participate in a specialized experience program on campus. This program supports graduates in pursuing clinical pathologist licenses abroad (including in the United States, Canada, and Australia) and in realizing their professional goals internationally.

The Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science at Namseoul University hopes that students will grow into capable and practical professionals through a unique combination of specialized education, a graduation certification system, and clinical practice in Korea.

To help build a healthy and welfare-oriented society, the goal is to train clinical pathology experts who can demonstrate their professional abilities through the acquisition of basic theories and scientific experimentation using cutting-edge equipment to perform clinical tests for the diagnosis and prevention of all diseases.

• We aim to cultivate creative and innovative talents with international competitiveness who have a solid understanding of clinical pathology and who research disease diagnosis technology and apply it to the development of treatment technologies.
• The Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science conducts a specialized course focused on the learning objectives needed to improve the quality and efficiency of hospital services and the subjects that require ongoing training. Our goal is to help students strengthen their individual skills and become competitive biomedical scientists in Korea.
• Biomedical Laboratory Science is a cutting-edge, future-oriented discipline that combines medicine and life science. Our department aims to develop professionals who will research and advance disease diagnosis and treatment technologies based on an understanding of human life phenomena. These individuals will play a leading role in major national and global projects in the 21st century, including public health promotion, alternative medicine, biotechnology (BT), and the bio industry.
• We help students understand the diagnostic mechanisms of human diseases, become familiar with various methods, and apply them to both basic life science and clinical practice. We also help students grasp the techniques and principles used in alternative medicine and the bio industry, based on Biomedical Laboratory Science.
• We aim to provide specialized education in Biomedical Laboratory Science that equips students with the latest, most rapid, and accurate clinical testing technologies, and cultivates top-tier research capabilities in biomedical science. We also strive to prepare students to lead in clinical pathology, diagnostic medicine, and the health and medical industries through the development of genetic diagnostic methods, diagnostic kits, and biohealth materials.

• Socially responsible intellectuals
• Individuals who promote citizenship, responsibility, ownership, service, and respect for diversity
• Creative professionals who demonstrate originality and professionalism, and who generate innovative ideas
• Academics with strong research capabilities
• Individuals with a spirit of challenge, the ability to recognize and solve problems, a commitment to continuous self-development, and a desire to contribute to humanity

Learning Innovation Capacity
The ability to acquire theoretical knowledge, develop problem-solving skills, maintain motivation, and perform assessments, along with the practical skills required in the medical field for clinical pathologists.

Problem-Solving Skills
The ability to communicate, cooperate, and build networks as a clinical pathologist, and to solve problems by working with various social resources such as members of medical institutions, experts in other fields, managers, and policymakers.

Social Relationship Skills
The ability to build professional relationships, uphold patient dignity, and support psychosocial well-being by applying healthcare ethics.

Internationalization Integrated Practice Capability
The ability to obtain clinical pathologist licenses overseas (USA, Canada, UK, Australia, etc.), gain experience in international medical institutions related to their field, improve foreign language skills, and develop practical competencies aligned with global healthcare standards.

A. Clinical Testing Theory I
Covers public health, anatomy and physiology, histopathology (including cytology), and clinical physiology (including circulatory, nervous, respiratory, and other physiological function tests)

B. Clinical Testing Theory II
Includes clinical chemistry (such as urine chemistry and tests using radioisotopes), hematology (including blood transfusion tests), and clinical microbiology (including mycology, virology, parasitology, and immunoserology)

C. Medical-Related Laws and Regulations
Covers the Medical Act, the Act on Medical Technicians, the Act on Prevention and Management of Infectious Diseases, the Regional Health Act, the Blood Management Act, and their corresponding enforcement ordinances and regulations

D. Courses to Strengthen Core Competencies
Hands-on training and clinical practice in areas such as clinical examination, molecular diagnostic testing, forensic medicine, and related specialties

• A. Clinical Testing Theory I
  Covers public health, anatomy and physiology, histopathology (including cytology), and clinical physiology (including circulatory, nervous, respiratory, and other physiological function tests)
• B. Clinical Testing Theory II
  Includes clinical chemistry (such as urine chemistry and tests using radioisotopes), hematology (including blood transfusion tests), and clinical microbiology (including mycology, virology, parasitology, and immunoserology)
• C. Medical-Related Laws and Regulations
  Covers the Medical Act, the Act on Medical Technicians, the Act on Prevention and Management of Infectious Diseases, the Regional Health Act, the Blood Management Act, and their corresponding enforcement ordinances and regulations
• D. Courses to Strengthen Core Competencies
  Hands-on training and clinical practice in areas such as clinical examination, molecular diagnostic testing, forensic medicine, and related specialties

Graduates of the Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science may pursue careers in a wide range of fields, including:

• Healthcare institutions: university hospitals, clinics, clinical testing centers, and medical schools or university-affiliated research institutes
• Pharmaceutical and biomedical industries: pharmaceutical companies, stem cell research institutes, biotechnology research institutes, and life science research centers
• Government and public agencies: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Scientific Investigation, National Veterinary Research and Quarantine Service, public health offices, and military medical units
• Blood and health organizations: Korean Red Cross Blood Center, Health Management Association, and Industrial Health Association
• Legal and forensic roles: coroners and forensic science divisions
• International careers: overseas employment after obtaining an international clinical pathologist license, or participation in international medical volunteer organizations

Biomedical Laboratory Science is an applied, multidisciplinary field that integrates medicine and life sciences. Research and development (R&D) is conducted on diagnostic technology using various biological samples to develop advanced therapeutic techniques.

Through the Biomedical Laboratory Science Specialization Program, students are trained to become creative and innovative medical scientists with global competitiveness, advanced knowledge, and the ability to apply cutting-edge technologies. The program emphasizes academic theory and offers opportunities for academic exchange, enabling students to engage in modern, research-based learning.

Students read and analyze the latest research papers to understand emerging trends in their field and to develop the ability to critically evaluate the research process and its results.

In addition, students acquire both scientific thinking skills and applied knowledge related to their field. This foundation enables them to develop problem-solving abilities, raise relevant research questions, and explore creative solutions. As a result, they graduate equipped with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in both academic and industrial environments.

• Nurturing Biomedical Laboratory Science professionals who will take on leadership roles and conduct academic research in healthcare-related fields
• First in the country to offer a 2-year master’s degree program in Biomedical Laboratory Science for students with a bachelor’s degree in the same field
• Developing global talent through an integrated industry-academia-research graduate education system
• Providing education tailored to clinical practitioners
• Promoting research activities through the establishment and operation of a molecular diagnostics research center
• Offering academic scholarships and waiving admission fees for students who have completed their undergraduate studies at NSU or through the credit bank system
• Advancing global competency through an in-depth Biomedical Laboratory Science specialization program
• Building research infrastructure through active partnerships with related institutions both in Korea and abroad
• First in Korea to offer a master’s degree in Biomedical Laboratory Science focused on advanced academic knowledge
• Supporting student-led research by allowing first authors to present at domestic and international academic conferences

• The department aims to cultivate creative and innovative individuals with world-class competitiveness who are capable of conducting R&D in diagnostic technology and translating their research into real-world applications.
• A specialization program is offered with learning objectives focused on improving the quality and efficiency of hospital-based services, along with content that supports ongoing professional development. This helps students enhance their individual capabilities and become competent medical life scientists in Korea.
• Biomedical Laboratory Science is a cutting-edge, future-oriented discipline that integrates medicine and life sciences. The department conducts R&D in diagnostic and treatment technologies based on an understanding of human biological phenomena, with the goal of training professionals who can contribute to public health, complementary and alternative medicine, biotechnology (BT), and the bio industry in the 21st century.
• Students gain a clear understanding of the mechanisms behind diagnosing human diseases and related techniques. They apply this knowledge to both basic life sciences and clinical sciences, and also study the methods and principles of Biomedical Laboratory Science that can be used in complementary and alternative medicine and the bio industry.
• Through specialized training, students develop the ability to apply the latest clinical examination technologies that are both fast and accurate. They also build strong research capabilities in medical life science. In addition, students are taught to understand how their learning can be applied, enabling them to become key contributors in the fields of Biomedical Laboratory Science, diagnostic medicine, and healthcare. This includes the development of genetic diagnostic methods, diagnostic kits, and biohealth materials.

• 1Producing experts with master's and doctoral degrees who can enter new diagnostic areas

  Through specialized courses in advanced diagnostics, the department aims to create new areas of specialization by training researchers capable of supporting national growth through next-generation medical technologies.

  For example, in molecular pathology and molecular diagnostics, where innovative testing methods and rapid diagnostic technologies are actively being developed, students engage in R&D that can lead to careers in new drug development, bioengineering, and related fields.

  In the emerging field of stem cytology, recognized as a next-generation biotechnology, research is conducted on cellular differentiation and canceration. This opens the door to fields such as bio-drug development and safety evaluation.

  In obstetrics and gynecology, especially in fertility-related diagnostics, there is a demand for professionals trained in cytogenetic diagnosis. This includes karyotype analysis, genetic disease screening, chromosomal disorder detection, congenital anomaly testing, metabolic disorder diagnosis in newborns, and sperm analysis. The department is committed to producing professionals in this area by leveraging the specialized strengths of those trained in Biomedical Laboratory Science.

• 2Field-oriented research and international collaboration

  The department promotes field-based research by building partnerships with hospitals, medical centers, and research institutions. It also runs specialized training programs to develop expertise in Biomedical Laboratory Science diagnosis.

  Alongside international academic exchanges, the department helps students earn globally recognized qualification certificates in Biomedical Laboratory Science. It also invites foreign experts to deliver specialized graduate-level training.

Graduates of the Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science are well-prepared for careers in medical institutions, health organizations, universities, government and public agencies, pharmaceutical companies, clinical and preclinical research centers, and companies developing biomedical reagents and diagnostic devices.

Employment Opportunities Include:

• Hospitals and Clinics:

  University-affiliated hospitals, general hospitals, diagnostic centers, and specialized clinics (including pathology, nuclear medicine, and physiological function test units).

• Pharmaceutical and Biotech Companies:

  Roles in quality control, R&D (research and development), clinical trials, and stem cell research labs.

• Research Institutes:

  Institutes affiliated with medical schools and university hospitals, focusing on genetic testing, karyotyping, histocompatibility testing, and clinical laboratory diagnostics.

• Public Health Sector:

  Ministry of Health and Welfare, public health centers, municipal government offices, the Korea Immigration Service, and quarantine stations.

• Life Sciences and Medical Device Industry:

  Positions in life science research institutes, pharmaceutical R&D labs, and biomedical device manufacturers.

• National Research Agencies and Forensic Science:

  National Institute of Health, National Forensic Service, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, and National Veterinary Research & Quarantine Service.

• Coroner and Law Enforcement-Related Roles:

  Forensic work with the National Police Agency.

• Public Health Organizations:

  Korean National Tuberculosis Association, Korean Hansen Welfare Association, Korean Red Cross Blood Bank.

• Industry Health Associations:

  Korea Association of Health Promotion, Korean Industrial Health Association.

• Other Sectors:

  Traditional Korean medicine hospitals, health insurance companies (e.g., medical claims, health check-ups), and compensation services.

• Military Service:

  Clinical pathologist roles within the military.

• International and Volunteer Opportunities:

  Work as an international clinical pathologist or engage in overseas employment and international medical volunteer programs after obtaining the required licenses.