Biotechnology Programs at Ontario Colleges

What to expect from a career in Biotechnology

Biotechnology breakthroughs have been integral in advancing the way we live, through enhancing crops, creating new diagnostic tests and treatments for diseases, finding ways to deal with and decrease harmful waste, creating household products and much more. In biotechnology programs at Ontario colleges, students use leading-edge technology to continue this invaluable work.

If you’re scientific-minded, enjoy problem-solving and want a career in the field of biotechnology, here’s what you need to know. More

Biotechnology Courses

Biotechnology programs combine multiple areas of science and technology with the research and development of numerous types of living organisms. Courses cover a wide range of scientific subjects, from microbiology, chemistry and molecular biology to genetic engineering, pharmacology and virology. Course subjects may include (but aren’t limited to):

Cloning
Fermentation
Tissue culture
Immunology

During lab time, students learn various techniques and processes for handling DNA, bacteria, plant cells and much more.

Biotechnology programs are offered as two- or three-year diplomas, as well as four-year applied degrees. All of these programs offer similar courses, with the difference being the depth of learning, length of work placements and the addition of specialized courses in longer programs.

General Biotechnology Program Requirements

Biotechnology programs typically require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, including grade 12 English and grade 12 math credits. Additional science credits are usually required, but vary depending on the institution.

For applied degree programs, students usually need an OSSD or equivalent, with six grade 12 U or M courses, including English, math, biology and chemistry.

Biotechnology Jobs and Salaries

Graduates of Ontario college biotechnology programs will work as biotechnology technicians or technologists and research assistants in a wide variety of fields, including (but not limited to):

Bio-medicine and forensics
Quality control / assurance
Pharmaceutical development
Environmental protection
Agriculture and food production

Work environments will range from bioresearch facilities and plant nurseries to government and academic labs, manufacturing and production plants, and diagnostic laboratories.

The average starting salary for biotechnology technicians and technologists is around $28,000 per year, but should increase with experience. Graduates of applied degree programs have a higher average starting salary of around $37,000 per year.

Ontario Colleges Offering Biotechnology Programs

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BACCALAURÉAT EN BIOTECHNOLOGIE

LA CITÉ

OTTAWA

OPEN

4 ACADEMIC YEARS (PERIODS OF 8 MONTHS)

2013 - Sep

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BACCALAURÉAT EN BIOTECHNOLOGIE

Program Code: 81558
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: OPTIONAL CO-OP

Language of Instruction: French
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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Biotechnology - Advanced (Previously Biotechnology Technologist)

ALGONQUIN

WOODROFFE

WAITLISTED

3 ACADEMIC YEARS (PERIODS OF 8 MONTHS)

2013 - Sep

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Biotechnology - Advanced (Previously Biotechnology Technologist)

Program Code: 1020X01F
Credential: ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Program Level: POST-SECONDARY
Program Type: OPTIONAL CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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This Program Is Also Offered In A Co-Op Delivery Mode, With Departmental Approval. This Is A Mobile Learning Program. Students Are Required To Supply And Use A Mobile Learning Device That Meets Minimum Hardware And Software Specifications.

BIOTECHNOLOGY - HEALTH

MOHAWK

FENNELL (HAMILTON)

OPEN

2 ACADEMIC YEARS (PERIODS OF 8 MONTHS)

2013 - Sep

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BIOTECHNOLOGY - HEALTH

Program Code: 370
Credential: DIPLOMA
Program Level: POST-SECONDARY
Program Type: OPTIONAL CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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BIOTECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST (RESEARCH)

SENECA

SENECA@YORK

OPEN

3 ACADEMIC YEARS (PERIODS OF 8 MONTHS)

2013 - Sep

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BIOTECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST (RESEARCH)

Program Code: BTR
Credential: ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Program Level: POST-SECONDARY
Program Type: OPTIONAL CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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BIOTECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST (RESEARCH)

SENECA

SENECA@YORK

OPEN

3 ACADEMIC YEARS (PERIODS OF 8 MONTHS)

2014 - Jan

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BIOTECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST (RESEARCH)

Program Code: BTR
Credential: ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Program Level: POST-SECONDARY
Program Type: OPTIONAL CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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Biotechnology Programs at Ontario Colleges

What to expect from a career in Biotechnology

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