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Advanced Diploma in Biomedical Sciences

IIHS — International Institute of Health Sciences · Gampaha

Overview

A 3-year programme in biology, chemistry, microbiology, anatomy and genetics with roughly 50% laboratory and clinical placement, leading to BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences top-up and international 2+2 / 3+1.5 pathways.

Key facts

Total fee: Not published
Duration: 3 years
Intake: May, Sep
Study mode: Full-time
Medium: English
Award: Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC), Sri Lanka
UGC: Not verified
Location: Welisara, Gampaha

Entry requirements

Typically G.C.E. A/L passes (any stream), or an approved foundation programme. Some diplomas admit strong G.C.E. O/L results — confirm with the institute.

Highlights

~50% practical lab and clinical training
Pathways to Deakin University (2+2) and Metropolia (3+1.5)
State-of-the-art biomedical laboratories
Research publication and presentation opportunities

Where it can take you

Biomedical science technicianClinical laboratory technicianResearch science technicianForensic science technicianMolecular biology/genetics lab technicianQuality control executive

About this qualification

Higher National Diplomas and diplomas are 1–3 year qualifications. HNDs (SLIATE or Pearson BTEC) are widely accepted for degree top-up entry, locally and abroad.