Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Biotechnology)
Field of Study:
$35,485 /Yr
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $35485 (CAD 48610) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room And Board | $9034 (CAD 12375) |
| Total Cost | $9034 (CAD 12375) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $33795 (CAD 46295) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For Winter 2025 Intake | |
- Biotechnology is the scientific manipulation of living organisms, especially at the molecular genetic level.
- The combination of theoretical and practical studies focusing on microbiology and related disciplines is designed for students planning to work in the biotechnology sector. Honours Biotechnology is offered in cooperation with the BC Institute of Technology (BCIT).
- Students must complete a 30-credit first-year program at UBC before transferring to BCIT for two years.
- Then they return to UBC for two years of academic and co-op work terms.
- Some applications of biotechnology include the genetic engineering of food crops for disease or pest resistance, creating new medicines, and, in the environmental sector, the development of bacteria that consume toxic chemicals and reduce pollution.
- Enjoy hands-on laboratory training and high-calibre foundational courses as you learn about scientific manipulation of living organisms. This program equips you with current scientific and technical expertise and the business and communication skills to start your biotechnology career as soon as you graduate.
- Biotechnology harnesses our scientific understanding of biology and chemistry to create products, processes, or services relevant to areas such as health, energy, agriculture, and the environment.
- Biotechnology applications include the design and production of vaccines, the discovery of new antibiotics, genetic engineering of tissues, the design of disease and drought resistant crops, and clean-up of environmental pollutants.
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Graduation from high school
- Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
- At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)
Indian student eligibility:
General admission requirements for Indian students are:
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Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by the school principal, head, or counselor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.
Degree-specific requirements: Science
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Math (Standard XII)
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Chemistry (Standard XII)
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Physics (Standard XII) (Physics may be waived with grades of A in Senior Math and Senior Chemistry)
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
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Career and Placement after Course
The Honours Biotechnology program helps you develop a strong foundation in skills relevant to the rapidly changing world of biotechnology and provides practical training in the skills and techniques of biotechnology. Co-op education is a mandatory part of the program, ensuring that you graduate with relevant work experience.
Many Honours in Biotechnology graduates go on to earn an MSc, PhD, MD, or MBA
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBC Vantage One Excellence Award | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Philip L. Brocking Award | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| UBC Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| UBC Outstanding International Student Award | Scholarship per student$ 18,250/Yr$25,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| UBC International Major Entrance Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 14,600/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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