Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
A leading department in the education and training of medical laboratory specialists, combining accredited academic education, comprehensive clinical training, and advanced research in biochemistry, microbiology, hematology, and medical genetics to serve the Kingdom's healthcare sector.
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A Legacy Spanning More Than Four Decades
The Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences was established under the College of Allied Health Sciences in 1981 AD (1401 AH). It was the first bachelor's program in clinical laboratory sciences in Saudi Arabia, and its first graduating class included male and female students.
Significant steps were taken to expand the faculty, facilities, and infrastructure, leading to a fully established Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences. In January 1987 AD, the university's Higher Council decided to convert the College of Allied Health Sciences into the College of Applied Medical Sciences, establishing the first such college in the Kingdom.
The program reflects the college's principles of community healthcare and the Saudi environment, and the importance of laboratory science education, research, and community service. The department provides comprehensive clinical training, practice, and support for undergraduate and graduate students to work as qualified laboratory specialists.
Three Approved Academic Programs
The department offers a complete academic pathway from bachelor's to PhD, combining a solid theoretical foundation with practical clinical training in line with national and international standards.
Education and training for competent laboratory specialists to attain the highest levels of essential knowledge and skills. The program includes the study plan and field training (internship).
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Leadership and excellence in clinical laboratory sciences through specialty tracks that include medical biochemistry and other specialized fields.
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Leadership and excellence in doctoral programs in clinical laboratory sciences in line with international standards, with a focus on independent scientific research and preparing researchers and leaders.
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Research Output with Global Impact
The department is a leader in scientific research, with growing output in biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, and medical genetics, published in international peer-reviewed journals.
Source: inventory of published research by department faculty — updated through February 2026 AD.
Vision and Mission
To achieve leadership, integrity and professionalism in Clinical Laboratory Sciences with a commitment to excellence in research, clinical practice and community services.
To create and facilitate an environment for quality academic learning, development of clinical practice experience and shaping professional and ethical perspectives in accordance with global standards that serve both the community and health-related research.
Department Laboratories
All teaching and learning sites have modern facilities and equipment, alongside an independent research laboratory unit equipped with advanced technologies such as real-time polymerase chain reaction, flow cytometry, and chromatography.
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