📖Introduction

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It offers more than 200 programs in various fields such as Engineering, Business, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Media and Design, and Community Services.

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📚About the Program

This program provides students with the laboratory skills, technical knowledge, fundamental understanding, and employability skills for careers in Biotechnology and Life Science industries. Students will experience an integrated curriculum and applied learning environment that focuses on scenarios relevant to current innovations in the growing fields of Biotechnology and Life Sciences. The program offers independent and collaborative opportunities to develop personally and professionally, and to perform laboratory duties in compliance with all legislative guidelines. Training includes practical and technical instruction in several areas including biology, biochemistry, microbiology, analytical chemistry, cell culture, molecular biology, and computer applications. Graduates of the Biotechnology Technician program will compete in emerging professions within diverse sectors of the bio-economy including: environmental, agricultural, food, pharmaceutical and biomedical technologies, analytical chemistry, and many other exciting fields. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses
Level 1
Course details
Current Trends in Biotechnology
BIOT1025

Introduction to Microbiology
BIOT1040

Laboratory Procedures and Safety
BIOT1065

Introductory Chemistry for Life Sciences
CHEM1055

College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085

Conestoga 101
CON0101

Algebra for the Life Sciences
MATH1995

Level 2
Course details
Introductory Analytical Chemistry
BIOT1055

Food and Agricultural Biotechnology
BIOT1090

Introduction to Molecular Biology
BIOT1115

Quality Management Practices
BIOT2115

Organic Chemistry
CHEM1070

Statistics for Life Sciences
STAT2000

Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 3
Course details
Biochemistry
BIOT1037

Applied Analytical Chemistry
BIOT2015

Immunology
BIOT2070

Professionalism and Career Success for Life Sciences
BIOT2105

Life Science Research Project I
BIOT2120

Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
Microbiology for Biotechnology
BIOT1070

Applied Molecular Biology
BIOT2027

Fermentation and Industrial Processes
BIOT2066

Plant Cell Biotechnology
BIOT2090

Life Sciences Research Project II
BIOT2130

Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Program outcomes
Complete all tasks in compliance with pertinent legislation and regulations, as well as biotechnology standards and guidelines.
Apply quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
Apply best practices for sustainability.
Complete biotechnological applications using principles of chemistry, biology and biostatistics as well as basic principles of physics
Use appropriate laboratory procedures to carry out quantitative and qualitative tests and analyses.
Carry out standard cell culture procedures under aseptic conditions.
Carry out molecular biology procedures.
Assist with the management of biological data to support biological scientists and researchers in capturing, organizing/summarizing and storing their data.
Prepare, maintain and communicate scientific data effectively.
Develop and present a strategic plan for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance.

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🏫About Conestoga College

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1967 as the Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology and currently offers over 200 certificate, diploma, degree, and post-graduate programs to over 16,500 full-time students and 30,000 part-time students. The college is known for its programs in engineering technology, health sciences, information technology, media, design, and community services. Conestoga College has several campuses in the Waterloo Region, including the Doon (Kitchener), Cambridge, and Waterloo campuses, as well as satellite locations in Stratford, Ingersoll, Guelph, and Brantford. The college also offers online courses and distance education programs. The college has a strong focus on applied learning and hands-on training, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support experiential learning. Conestoga College has partnerships with various organizations, including local businesses and industries, to provide students with co-op and internship opportunities, allowing them to gain practical work experience and develop industry connections. The college has also received recognition for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

570 RMB

Tuition fee:

8,471 USD per year

16,942 USD in total

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • English Language Certificate
  • Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)
  • Your Photograph
  • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
  • Your Passport Copy

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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