Faculty of Medical Laboratory Sciences
Background
Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) play pivotal roles in the various health care professions. They provide invaluable information for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Since its establishment in 2009, the MLS educational programme of National University-Sudan (NUSU) equips students with essential knowledge and techniques to develop their future professional career in the diagnosis of diseases and/or performing medical research.
Our Vision
The MLS Faculty of NUSU aims to be a leading institute in the country, providing professional education through an excellent learning environment and facilities, a well-structured curriculum, and reputable, positive ethical codes of learning and practice.
Our Mission
Prepare and graduate highly competent Medical Laboratory Scientists, up-to-date, research-oriented, with a strong commitment to solving health problems, in a rich science environment, aligning with a comprehensive and devout health team.
Our Values:
The NUSU- FMLS core values include:
- Commitment to quality and professionalism in teaching and training.
- Upholding ethical conduct and scientific transparency.
- Treating all individuals fairly, regardless of background or belief.
- Engaging with communities through outreach and public service.
- Adopting modern technologies and promoting research and continuous improvement.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Embracing multidisciplinary cooperation and mutual respect.
Our Objectives:
- To graduate health professionals with a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS) Honours who are competent in laboratory sciences and related skills, possess a strong community orientation, and uphold social and ethical commitments, while staying informed about and applying current and emerging evidence-based developments in laboratory science education and practice.
- To contribute to community development by delivering high-quality health services through the programme’s health institutions and other collaborating organisations.
- To partner in the design and implementation of health programmes and plans that effectively utilise MLS specialists’ expertise.
- To promote continuous education and professional development through self-directed lifelong learning by technologists.
- To strengthen medical and health research in Medical Laboratory Science by leveraging the University’s infrastructure and national and international networks and collaborations.
The Programme Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the programme, the graduates will be able to:
- In their professional practice, graduates shall observe ethics that align with the nation’s values, beliefs, and norms as defined by the Sudan Allied Health Professions Council, and maintain respectful and honest relationships with their families, colleagues, and professionals across all sectors involved in health.
- Appreciate the value of diversity and multi-ethnicity in solving laboratory work with empathetic, humane and fair practice.
- Integrate basic, community, laboratory and clinical sciences in solving community, family and individual health problems relevant to laboratory sciences.
- Use scientific knowledge in investigating health problems, according to known methods and procedures, and show understanding of the scientific structural (anatomical), functional (physiological, biochemical), morbid (microbiological, pathological), and therapeutic (pharmacological) background related to the problem.
- Take specimens in a timely and professional manner, and arrange for the comfort of the patient and relatives, especially in tests that take longer.
- Follow correctly the practical steps of completion and explanation of testing biochemical, haematological, immunological, microbiological and histochemical components in biological specimens.
- Differentiate colour, smell, clarity and viscosity of biological and chemical specimens relevant to human health.
- Run laboratory tests using common equipment and take safety precautions for fellow workers, patients, the public, equipment, and the building when handling chemicals and specimens.
- Manage the investigative plan in emergencies and life-saving situations, and decide and act properly on cases needing referrals to specialised centers and personnel.
- Accept to work in all settings according to needs, and act to improve the health service delivery system both quantitatively and qualitatively.
- Encourage community participation and help in recruiting various sectors in defining health-related problems, planning and providing suitable solutions, recognising the community beliefs, ethics and traditional practices.
- Adhere to the “health team” approach, acting as an efficient member, accepting labour and responsibilities given to its members, and promoting both effectiveness and homogeneity among members.
- Continue to consider elements of efficiency, costing and economic implications in their approach to (and choice of) laboratory procedures.
- Acquire the skills of teaching, learning and communicating efficiently to carry out their duties in health education and in winning the confidence of patients and their families.
- Show respect to patients, supervisors and colleagues using productive communication with each of them, and observing confidentiality at all levels of communication and care.
- Acquire the skills of independent learning and contribute to availing opportunities for that.
- Planning and implementing continuous educational activities to upgrade their abilities and those of their colleagues in the health team, benefiting from the rising tide of information technology.
- Carry out health and health-related research, alone or with other members of the team, in health or with other relevant sectors, using known (or approved) scientific methods.
- Acquire postgraduate qualifications in the discipline of their choice, recognising the needs of society for certain specialities, particularly parasitology, immunology, molecular biology, drug development, production and maintenance of medical laboratory equipment, media, reagents and other supplies.
Departments
The five integrated academic departments that make up the Faculty of Medical Laboratory Sciences serve as the foundation for scientific training, laboratory instruction, and applied diagnostic research. Together, these departments offer a thorough programme that combines professional ethics, quality assurance concepts, practical laboratory experience, and theoretical underpinnings. With this framework, the faculty guarantees the training of knowledgeable, moral, and research-focused laboratory specialists who can assist scientific innovation, public health, and disease diagnosis.
The Departments are:
Medical Microbiology
This field investigates pathogenic microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites) and their diagnostic laboratory processes. Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology, and Immunology are among the courses given from first to fourth year, in addition to intense practical training in specialised labs.
Haematology and Immunohematology
This discipline studies blood components, blood diseases, and immune-haematological techniques. Haematology, blood cell morphology, immunology, and blood group serology are all included in the curriculum. Students acquire practical experience analysing blood samples and interpreting diagnostic results.
Clinical Chemistry
This branch looks at the biochemical analysis of bodily fluids for diagnostic purposes. It covers topics such as general biochemistry, clinical chemistry, and hormonal and enzymatic analysis. The training focuses on the use of advanced analytical techniques and the interpretation of test results for metabolic and systemic diseases.
Parasitology and Medical Entomology
The department studies parasitic organisms that harm humans as well as the arthropods that transmit diseases. The courses cover Parasitology, Medical Entomology, Epidemiology, and Vector Control Techniques, including practical sessions on specimen collection, preparation, and microscopic identification.
Histopathology and Cytology
This department teaches knowledge and practical skills for diagnosing pathological alterations in tissues and cells using histological techniques and microscopy. Histology, cytology, and histopathological techniques are all covered in the courses. Students learn how to treat tissues, stain them, prepare slides, and analyse pathological findings.
The faculty of MLS currently offers:
A four-year Bachelor (Honours) in five key disciplines, including:
- Clinical Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Haematology and Immunohaematology
- Histopathology and Cytology
- Parasitology and Medical Entomology
Postgraduate programmes including:
- Higher Diploma in MLS
- Master’s by course and dissertation in MLS:
- Clinical Chemistry
- Microbiology and Infection Control
- Haematology and Immunohaematology
- Histopathology and Cytology
- Parasitology and Medical Entomology
- Master’s and PhD by research in:
- Clinical Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Haematology and Immunohaematology
- Histopathology and Cytology
- Parasitology and Medical Entomology
- Immunology
Administration
Dr.Sababil Salih Abdalla ALI
Faculty Dean
Associate Professor of Molecular Biology and Parasitology
Miss: Zolfa Abdalla
Registrar
Staff
| Name | Academic Rank | |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mohammed Abdelgader Mahdi Osman | Associate Professor | Mohamed.gader78@gmail.com |
| Dr. Sababil Salih Abdalla Ali | Associate Professor | Sababilsalih@gmail.com / Sababil.ali.mls@nu.edu |
| Dr. Mona Omer Ahmed Awad Ekarim | Assistant Professor | Mona0omer81@hotmail.com |
| Dr. Qutoof Hashim Taha SidAhmed | Assistant Professor | Qutoofhashimtaha2015@gmail.com |
| Dr. Samar Abdelrazeg Abdelrahman Salih | Assistant Professor | Samar.abdelrazeg@gmail.com |
| Dr. Sara Elsheikh Mohammed Elsheikh | Assistant Professor | Sara.elsheikhmoh6@gmail.com |
| Afra Hassan Saadeldin Hassan | Lecturer | Afra.hassan@hotmail.com |
| Amal Abdelrazig Elfaki Elagab | Lecturer | Amoo0oola22190@hotmail.com |
| Amna Fathi Ahmed Mohamed | Lecturer | Amnafathi2017@gmail.com |
| Elham Abdallahi Elneel | Lecturer | elhamelneel@hotmail.com |
| Elham Ibrahim Mohammed Ibrahim | Lecturer | davisilham@gmail.com |
| Ibrahim Awad Ramadan | Lecturer | ibra.medlabs@gmail.com |
| Mai Salah Abdallh Ismail | Lecturer | Mi0ia9ala7@gmail.com |
| Nusiba Mohanned Azim | Lecturer | Nosiba Mohammed 623@gmail.com |
| Sagda Kamal Eldein Mokutar Mohamed | Lecturer | Sajdaosman123@outlook.com |
| Sahar Omer Abd-Alghani Taha | Lecturer | Shsahar71@gmail.com |
| Salah Abdalla Boshara Marajan | Lecturer | marajansalah@gmail.com |
| Tagwa Hafiz Abdelkabeer Alrasheed | Lecturer | Tagwahafiz17@gmail.com |
| Taiba Mohamed Abdalla Jabralla | Lecturer | taibamabdalla@gmail.com |
| Yousra Ismail Adam | Lecturer | Yousrasad91@gmail.com |
| Ekram Musa Alhussein Ahmed | Teaching Assistant | Musaekram5@gmail.com |
| Esra Whab ALLa Ahmed Hago | Teaching Assistant | Esraawahaballa99@gmail.com |
| Fatima Altaeyb Mustafa Mohammed | Teaching Assistant | fatimaaltaeb6@gmail.com |