BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCED
OVERVIEW
Do you love all things science? Investigating questions? Setting up experiments? The Biotechnology Advanced program at St. Lawrence College is a predominantly hands-on, laboratory, and practical based course. As a student you will perform genetic assays, investigate contaminated soil and water, determine food-borne illnesses, clone for proteins, ferment antibiotics, and create plant hybrids.
According to Statistics Canada, Biotechnology is one of the fastest growing global industries with Canada providing a strong and growing employer base in the biotech sector necessitating the demand for well-trained laboratory personnel. Our program employs contemporary molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, biochemistry, fermentation and protein technology, applied genetics, cell culture, environmental and analytical instrumentation labs that offer practical training in all aspects of biotechnology with a focus on the hands-on applied skills that ensure our students are ready for immediate integration into the work force. The final 14-week semester of our program is dedicated to providing a real-world learning opportunity by placing our students in a research or industrial work site as an entry-level Biotechnologist.
Study In Ireland: Earn A Degree In One Year
Graduates of the Biotechnology Advanced program can turn their advanced diploma into a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Biotechnology degree in one year (two academic semesters) in Ireland at the Institute of Technology Sligo.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Code0437
Start DateSeptember
CredentialOntario College Advanced Diploma
CampusKingston
Program Length3 Years
DeliveryFull-Time
Open for international students
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Biotechnologists:
- Perform DNA genotyping for disease diagnostics and forensic analyses
- Genetically engineer bacteria for bioremediation and plants for phytoremediation
- Conduct world class research in order to identify and combat diseases such as HIV, COVID-19, cancer and rabies
- Develop new antibiotics to combat drug resistant pathogens or new and emerging diseases
- Craft beer, wine, cheese and other food products
- Produce therapeutic drugs
- Research and design new assays and control methods for environmental contaminants/pollutants
- Oversee the Quality Control/Quality Assurance programs that ensure food, beverage and pharmaceutical safety
- Utilize microbial processes to produce 'green' alternative fuels
- Use molecular and biochemical tools to assess and monitor the ecology of endangered species
PROGRAM OUTLINE
2022-2023
Semester 1 (15 weeks)
Semester 2 (15 weeks)
Semester 3 (15 weeks)
Semester 4 (15 weeks)
Semester 5 (15 weeks)
Semester 6 (15 weeks)
REQUIREMENTS
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with the following prerequisites:
- Grade 12 English at the C or U level
- Grade 12 Math at the C or U level; MTC4C recommended
- Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry at the C or U level
- Grade 11 or 12 Biology at the C or U level
For OSSD equivalency options, see Admission Requirements.
If you are missing prerequisite courses, enroll in the Career/College Prep program - free for Ontario residents who are 19 years or older.
Prerequisites
It is expected that students entering the program will have WHIMS (Workplace Hazardous Information Management System) Training prior to entering the program or within the first two weeks of the program through the college.
Health Requirements
The health of each applicant accepted into the program must be such that you can:
- cope successfully with the program of instruction, including the field placement experience
- meet the health requirements of field placement settings.
IMMUNIZATION - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE requirements
Completion of the IMMUNIZATION - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FORM is a MANDATORY condition
for your clinical/practical placement. THIS FORM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Download your IMMUNIZATION - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FORM (pdf)
Questions regarding completion of this form can be submitted to: Immunizations@sl.on.ca
Note: Full-time students coverage for vaccines received on or after September 1, can be claimed under the Student Sickness & Accident Insurance Plan.
FEES
2022-2023
Canadian Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$2,721.36
$0.00
$1,452.52
$4,173.88
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
International Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$15,500.00
$0.00
$2,143.85
$17,643.85
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
KINGSTON
Our Kingston campus has seen significant renovation over the past few years, including a brand new Student Life and Innovation Centre that houses a new gymnasium, fitness centre, pub, and more.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Biotechnology may be the best career for you if you are interested in:
- A career that allows you to work in science from a hands-on perspective
- Working to solve a broad variety of agricultural, medical, and environmental issues
- An education that prepares you for a broad spectrum of science-related jobs
- An advanced diploma that is part of an international growth industry and that provides you with direct pathways to earn a university degree
Biotechnology graduates are employed in:
- Academic research laboratories e.g. disease and medical research, ecology, bioremediation, genomics and proteomics
- Commercial research, development and production of biological products such as pharmaceuticals, foods, alcoholic beverages, bulk chemicals and bio-pesticides
- Microbiological, chemical and instrumental analyses of raw materials and finished products
- Environmental protection through waste management, detection of soil and water contaminants/pollutants and application of bioremediation techniques. Graduates are eligible to take the OWWCO (Ontario Water/Wastewater Certification Office) exams
- The possibilities are endless!
