About the course

Centennial College's Biotechnology program will prepare you to work as a laboratory technician (in quality control and quality assurance) in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

　　Biotechnology courses will provide practical application in industrial microbiology as well as chemistry (analytical), organic chemistry and biochemistry. Laboratory techniques, including appropriate safety procedures, will be extensively highlighted.

　　A special feature of this applied science program is its project-based approach, with independently-designed microbiology projects that will enhance your problem-solving and research skills.

　　You'll learn to:

　　Isolate, enumerate and identify microorganisms from many types of samples (water, soil, air, the body, food, and pharmaceutical and cosmetic products),

　　Prepare specimens for staining and become an expert light-microscopist,

　　Become proficient in aseptic handling of materials, Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Scarborough
Summer (May), 2024	Scarborough
Fall (September), 2024	Scarborough
Winter (January), 2025	Scarborough
Summer (May), 2025	Scarborough
Fall (September), 2025	Scarborough
Winter (January), 2026	Scarborough
Summer (May), 2026	Scarborough

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Centennial College of Applied Arts and Technology

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older). English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent (minimum grade required) or take the Centennial College English Skills Assessment for Admission. Mathematics Grade 11 M or U, or 12 C or U, or equivalent (minimum grade required) or take a Centennial College Engineering Math Skills Assessment for Admission. IELTS: 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. TOEFL: 550 Paper based 80+ minimums of 20 for the Internet based test.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Centennial College of Applied Arts and Technology. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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