Overview

You will study a range of topics, including molecular genetics, immunology, tissue culture, virology, biochemical techniques, histology, cell biology, biochemistry, computers, statistics and a common first year of basic biology, chemistry and mathematics. This program offers you theoretical knowledge of scientific methods and practical experience in performing precise experiments for research and development.

Your Career

Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:

Research technologist in life sciences

Laboratory technician

Research assistant

Skills

Throughout this Biotechnology - Advanced program at Seneca Polytechnic you will develop the following skills:

How to perform assays

Scientific method

Experimental techniques

Perform laboratory duties

Quality control and quality assurance procedures

Manage biological data

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Chemistry

Effective Technical Writing

Chemistry - Organic

Bioinformatics

Immunology

Biopharmaceuticals

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00

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Seneca offers admission to students up to the first day of classes. However, applications will not be accepted once a program becomes full.

Language

English

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Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

North York, Canada

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 37 other Bachelors in Biotechnology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant

English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course

Mathematics: Grade 12 C or U, or Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U), or equivalent course

Biology: Grade 11 C or U, or equivalent course

Chemistry: Grade 11 U or Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course

Canadian citizens and permanent residents may satisfy the English and/or mathematics requirements for this program through successful Seneca pre-admission testing.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

17701 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17701 CAD per year during 36 months.
National

3570 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3570 CAD per year during 36 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Scholarships Information

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