School: Centennial College
Program:Biotechnology - Advanced (Co-op) (Fast-Track)
Program | Biotechnology - Advanced (Co-op) (Fast-Track) | Faculty | School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science |
Credential | Advanced Diploma | Duration | 2 years/ 6 semesters |
Starting Month | Fall | Co-op opportunities | Yes |
Program Description:
Centennial College's Biotechnology – Advanced Co-Op Fast-Track program is designed for qualified college or university graduates who wish to enter into year two (semester three) of the three-year Biotechnology program and receive their Technologist advanced diploma in two years (four semesters plus two work terms).
Advantages:
You learn from experienced Biotechnology - Advanced instructors who make themselves available for one-on-one time.
You gain hands-on experience performing activities that are commonly encountered in the field.
Eight up-to-date laboratories and modern wireless lecture facilities housed at the college's Morningside Campus enhance your learning.
Thorough laboratory training, from the basics to professional skills, is provided, encouraging and developing teamwork skills.
Training in Occupational Health and Safety, WHMIS, GMP, HACCP is to industry standards.
Admission Requirement:
College diploma or university degree in chemistry/biology or engineering, or related discipline
Additional Requirements
Transcript review
Centennial College English Skills Assessment (must score 170 or 171 for admission)
Co-op Requirements
Minimum of 80% of courses completed from year one
A minimum C (60%) grade in COMM-170/171
A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher at the end of Semester 2 (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Students who meet the above prerequisites will apply to transfer to the co-op program at the end of Semester 2
Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for COOP221 in Semester 3
Tuition Fees:
Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Incidental Fees | Total |
Canadian
| $2767
| $942
| $3709
|
International | $12800 | $2137 | $14937 |
Career:
Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as:
Quality control technologist
Quality assurance technologist
Microbiologist
Production and research Scientist
Research associate
Analytical chemist/microbiologist
Laboratory technologist
Scientist
Credits Transfer
Students who successfully complete this program may qualify for entry into Ontario college graduate certificates and university degree programs at institutions such as McMaster University, University of Guelph and Northern Alberta Institution of Technology.
Link to Centennial College Official Website
https://www.centennialcollege.ca/