About the Department
Established in 1984, the curriculum of the Department of Biomedical Sciences was formulated in collaboration with leading healthcare agencies in Qatar to prepare a qualified workforce for diagnostic laboratories and to provide students with professional and rewarding careers in clinical laboratories or further postgraduate studies. In addition to the structured curriculum, the Department emphasizes independent learning and the development of professional skills through dynamic in-classroom learning, practical laboratory sessions, seminars, a capstone research project and clinical internship. The department facilitates the career path for graduates to apply their acquired knowledge, skills, and competencies in clinical laboratories and research. The Department of Biomedical Sciences offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biomedical sciences.
Vision
The vision of the Biomedical Science Department is to prepare medical technologists and researchers—by way of an accredited and standardized education-- to apply their knowledge and skills to enhance the healthcare sector in Qatar. Our graduates are committed to life-long learning and adapt to the changing needs of society.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Biomedical Sciences is to provide quality education that prepares competent biomedical scientists and health care professionals, equipping them with theoretical, practical and clinical knowledge, critical thinking, analytical and psychosocial skills, scientific research abilities, and communication skills, while also emphasizing ethical practice within healthcare.
Objectives
- Acquire knowledge related to the field of biomedical sciences.
- Gain practical skills related to laboratory field.
- Develop communication skills.
- Enhance critical thinking skills.
- Employ modern information technology related to health field.
- Sustain high professional ethics and behavior.
- Conduct research related to biomedical sciences.
- Maintain an interest in lifelong learning and career development