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You'll be at the cutting edge of research in this dynamic, knowledge-driven field. Your studies will cover biological sciences, chemistry, biochemistry and biotechnology, investigating how living organisms can be utilized to create products and solutions for industrial and practical applications. The biotechnology job market is growing quickly as worldwide demand for biotech products surges. As a contemporary biotechnologist, you'll explore advanced topics including recombinant DNA techniques, genetic and protein manipulation, cell fusion methods, and gene cloning processes.
Potential career paths
Medical or dental professions
Veterinary science
Education
Intellectual property law
Scientific research and innovation
Applicants must have
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD);
Minimum six Grade 12 4U or 4M-level credits, including program specific prerequisites.
A minimum admission average of 70% (many programs require a higher average)
English proficiency requirements
IELTS - overall 6.5, no band below 6.0
TOEFL - overall 88, no band below 21
CAEL - overall 70, no band below 60
PTE - 58
IELP Level 5 - Successful completion of Level 5 of the Brock Intensive English Language program
CAE (C1 Advanced): 176 minimum score
CPE (C2 Proficiency): 176 minimum score
IB: Completion of the International Baccalaureate diploma with English A