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Diploma of Biotechnology
- Barrie, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A four-year degree applying biology and chemistry to medicine, Agriculture and industry.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Biotechnology can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
- Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Biopharmaceutical sector
- Drug manufacturing
- Diagnostic systems for human or animal health
- Food production improvement
Curriculum
- Year 1: Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics and one other science. Year 2: Biotechnology
- Chemistry and one further subject. Year 3 focuses on Biotechnology and Chemistry
- Year 4 concentrates on Biotechnology with an industry work placement subject to availability.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school transcripts with proof of graduation
- Subjects taken and grades received
- Grade 12 English and Math credits
- Programme-specific prerequisites are listed on each programme page
- English proficiency proof required unless exempt (https://www.georgiancollege.ca/international/admissions/). IB diploma courses can meet Grade 12 requirements.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation with Grade 12 English and Math credits (programme-specific requirements), IB diploma courses accepted.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 79
- TOEFL PBT 550
- TOEIC 800
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 170
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Diploma of Biotechnology at Georgian College. Submit the online international admissions application for an eligible Georgian College intake. Upload the requested qualifications and English proficiency evidence and check additional program entry conditions. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $29,415 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Barrie |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Health Sciences |
| Department | Department of Biotechnology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
143 days left
Scholarships
Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria.
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The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 5 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $29,415 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $16,050 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, TOEFL PBT 550, TOEIC 800, Duolingo 110, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 170.
Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria.