Overview

Through the Laboratory Research and Biotechnology degree from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) you will gain a deep understanding of key scientific disciplines while mastering laboratory techniques that meet industry standards.

Throughout the programme, you will learn how to use and apply current technologies and research methods in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, cell culture and animal physiology. You’ll also learn animal-handling techniques and the principles of quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) that are imperative in a lab. Beyond technical skills, you’ll be shown the importance of effective communication, and laboratory competency, and learn to work safely and efficiently in a team environment.

Graduates of the programme are well-equipped for careers in research labs, biotechnology firms and pharmaceutical companies. Potential roles include biotechnology technician, research assistant, quality control analyst and lab technologist. Gain the laboratory skills essential in life sciences and biotechnology and prepare yourself for a rewarding career in research.

This programme is PGWP eligible. Please consult NAIT website for additional information.

Career opportunities:

Biotechnology
Medical research (e.g. cancer, diabetes, cardiac or colitis research)
Pharmaceutical companies
Agriculture and food
Microbiology and virology
Analytical chemistry labs
Waste water treatment
Post-secondary institutions
Forensics

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Programme Structure

You will also learn how to:

work with DNA, RNA and proteins
culture and identify bacteria and viruses
perform biological and biochemical analyses of cells
conduct cell cloning procedures
perform immunological assays
handle and work with lab animals
perform chemical testing using analytical equipment
perform basic surgical techniques
conduct a gene knock-down study
work safely with radioisotopes
perform a gene expression study using real-time PCR
design and manage a group-based project
use QA/QC principles to obtain accurate and reproducible data
conduct literature searches, perform oral presentations and prepare written reports
consider ethical issues surrounding research questions

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Please check NAIT’s Programme Availability page to confirm intake availability.

Language

English

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Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

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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

63% in each of:

Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2)
Grade 12 Mathematics (Math 30-2 or Applied Math 30) or Grade 12 Physics (Physics 30)
Grade 12 Biology (Biology 30)
Grade 12 Chemistry (Chemistry 30)

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Tuition Fees

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22050 CAD / year

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5100 CAD / year

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Living costs

Edmonton

Canada

1201 - 1992 CAD / month

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