Overview
The BioScience Technology Advanced Diploma from Saskatchewan Polytechnic is designed to give you a strong foundation in both scientific principles and analytic practices. The emphasis is on developing your lab skills to prepare you for work in the biosciences, biomedical research and applied research fields.
You'll develop the skills you need to:
- analyse DNA, RNA and protein samples
- follow good laboratory practices (GLP) guidelines
- handle and prepare laboratory chemicals
- organize and supervise laboratory activities
- record, process and report data
- use analytical instruments
- work with plants and animals in a research setting
- work with microorganisms
How Does it Fit?
Working in the biosciences involves detail-oriented and meticulous laboratory work. It also requires an open mind, an aptitude for problem solving and the ability to think on your feet. Bioscience technologists are members of multidisciplinary teams, so communication, interpersonal and team-building skills are an asset.
The BioScience Technology program works with industry partners to grow the bioscience industry in Saskatchewan. Saskatoon is host to over 30 biotechnology related companies and has great community, provincial and federal support. Sask Polytech students are hired by many of these local companies.
Career opportunities:
The biosciences are an exciting and rapidly expanding field with plenty of job opportunities. Saskatchewan Polytechnic's BioScience Technology program trains highly qualified lab technologists to work in the agricultural biosciences, biomedicine, bioproduct and environment sectors of the Saskatchewan biosciences industry.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic BioScience Technology grads are working for agriculture bioscience companies, private research and development laboratories, university research labs, provincial and federal laboratories, food manufacturing companies (quality analysis of dairy, meat and brewery products, etc.) and bioscience equipment and supply companies.
Accreditation
Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) accredits the program at the Technologist level.
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Courses include:
- Vertebrate Anatomy and Physiology
- Care and Management of Laboratory Animals
- Botany
- Laboratory Safety
- Mathematics
- Plant Physiology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 17 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Saskatoon, Canada
Disciplines
Biomedical Science View 33 other Bachelors in Biomedical Science in CanadaExplore more key information
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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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General requirements
- Grade 12 with a minimum of 65% in each of the following subjects: Chemistry 30, Biology 30 and Pre-Calculus 30*
- A combined average of 65% is required in English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30
- English Language Requirement
Note
- Accepted applicants may be required to provide evidence of a Criminal Record Check prior to entering the practicum component of the program. At the discretion of the practicum agency, you may be declined access to a clinical or work placement based on the contents of the Criminal Record Check. The cost of the Criminal Record Check is your responsibility.
- To comply with safety regulations, students who wear contact lenses must have a pair of prescription glasses to wear in the labs.
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Applies to youNon-residents19021 CAD / year≈ 19021 CAD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents8220 CAD / year≈ 8220 CAD / year
Additional Details
- International: 18600 CAD
Living costs
Saskatoon
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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