About the course

The three-year Biotechnology - Advanced Ontario College Advanced Diploma program gives you a strong overview of the science that drives biotechnology. With a mix of laboratory and theory courses, you learn about: cellular and molecular biology

　　microbiology and tissue culture, chemistry, biochemistry and analytical instrumentation

　　biochemical engineering, and quality systems for professional labs and manufacturing environments

　　As a student, you have the opportunity to carry out experiments and use state of the art laboratory instruments and tools throughout the program. You will meet alumni, and have the opportunity to attend industry talks and professional networking events.

　　You have the opportunity to work with government and industry professionals through optional field placements or through participation in industry-aligned applied research projects.

　　The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

　　Perform laboratory duties independently and in compliance with pertinent legislation and regulations, as well as biotechnology standards and guidelines.

　　Collaborate in implementing and evaluating quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.

　　Select and implement best practices for sustainability.

　　Complete complex biotechnological applications using advanced principles of chemistry, biology and biostatistics as well as basic principles of physics.

　　Co-ordinate, implement and validate laboratory procedures to carry out quantitative and qualitative tests and analyses.

　　Co-ordinate, implement and validate standard cell culture procedures under aseptic conditions.

　　Co-ordinate, implement and validate molecular biology procedures. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Ottawa
Fall (September), 2024	Ottawa
Winter (January), 2025	Ottawa
Fall (September), 2025	Ottawa
Winter (January), 2026	Ottawa

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Algonquin College

College Eligibility

　　Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission, OR

　　Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate, OR General Educational Development (GED) certificate, OR

　　Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change) will be charged.

　　Program Eligibility

　　English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 60% or higher.

　　Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.

　　Biology Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher, AND

　　Chemistry Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher, OR

　　Physics Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.

　　International applicants must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above along with proof of either: (IELTS / TOEFL) IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic)

　　Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band, OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22, Listening 22, Speaking 22, Writing 22.

　　Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency.

　　Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry or Physics.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Algonquin College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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