48 monthsProgramme duration
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Program Details
Biotechnology applies principles of chemistry, biochemistry, and biology to study and engineer living organisms or their parts for applications in medicine, agriculture, environmental systems and industry. Explore areas such as genetic and metabolic engineering, designer drugs, novel foods, regenerative medicine, and applied microbiology and fermentation. Beyond lab skills, you’ll gain entrepreneurial skills and regulatory compliance knowledge to bring scientific discoveries to market. Extensive hands-on training will prepare you for work in a fast-paced and growing employment sector.
Outstanding Learning Environment
Award-winning educators developed Carleton’s Biotechnology BTEC courses to create a student- centred environment. Project-based courses integrate broad scientific knowledge, up-to-date lab techniques, problem-solving, entrepreneurial skills, ethical & regulatory awareness, and data analysis, all of which are assets in the biotech industry.
A Vibrant Hub in Biotechnology
The Biotechnology program is part of vibrant Carleton hub that connects experts in life sciences, engineering, and entrepreneurship. Our researchers develop solutions to agricultural waste, design anti-cancer therapies, and build medical diagnostic screening devices. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides unique opportunities for collaboration with government departments and agencies including Health Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Industry Experience
As part of your degree, choose a Practicum or Consulting Project in the booming local biotech industry to develop employability skills, explore career options, and to graduate with tangible workplace experience.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Program Details
Biotechnology applies principles of chemistry, biochemistry, and biology to study and engineer living organisms or their parts for applications in medicine, agriculture, environmental systems and industry. Explore areas such as genetic and metabolic engineering, designer drugs, novel foods, regenerative medicine, and applied microbiology and fermentation. Beyond lab skills, you’ll gain entrepreneurial skills and regulatory compliance knowledge to bring scientific discoveries to market. Extensive hands-on training will prepare you for work in a fast-paced and growing employment sector.
Outstanding Learning Environment
Award-winning educators developed Carleton’s Biotechnology BTEC courses to create a student- centred environment. Project-based courses integrate broad scientific knowledge, up-to-date lab techniques, problem-solving, entrepreneurial skills, ethical & regulatory awareness, and data analysis, all of which are assets in the biotech industry.
A Vibrant Hub in Biotechnology
The Biotechnology program is part of vibrant Carleton hub that connects experts in life sciences, engineering, and entrepreneurship. Our researchers develop solutions to agricultural waste, design anti-cancer therapies, and build medical diagnostic screening devices. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides unique opportunities for collaboration with government departments and agencies including Health Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Industry Experience
As part of your degree, choose a Practicum or Consulting Project in the booming local biotech industry to develop employability skills, explore career options, and to graduate with tangible workplace experience.
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