Honours Bachelor of Science in Applied Life Sciences Degree with Biotechnology – Health Diploma

Get your degree and diploma in just four years! Prepare for a career in biotechnology, forensics, diagnostic laboratories and the health sector.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)

Credential: Honours Bachelor of Science Degree (from Lakehead University), Biotechnology – Health Diploma (from Georgian College)

Academic area: Degree Studies, Health, Wellness and Sciences

OUAC code: AMB

Campuses: Years 1 and 2 – Georgian Barrie Campus, Years 3 and 4 – Lakehead Orillia Campus

Start date: Fall 2018

Have questions about Lakehead-Georgian degrees? Contact Stephen Fennell at 705.728.1968, ext. 1004

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

This interdisciplinary degree-diploma combination is offered by Lakehead University and Georgian College. Upon completion, you will receive both an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Life Sciences from Lakehead University and the Biotechnology Diploma from Georgian College.

The degree-diploma combination focuses on the study of living organisms at the bio-molecular (or cellular) level. This program blends theories and practices from anthropology, biology, chemistry and physics with hands-on learning through laboratory courses, application of experimental techniques and use of scientific equipment. Students will explore diverse topics to understand the extent of biological diversity at the molecular level and develop critical thinking skills with respect to modern life science. Topics include:

• cell biology
• genetics
• microbiology
• biochemistry
• physiology
• pharmacology

Our focus on the practical application of your skills provides you with valuable laboratory and data analysis training, as well as experience working as part of an interprofessional team. As a graduate, you will be well prepared for a career in a biomedical field.

ADMISSION INFORMATION

Tuition fees

For more information on tuition fees, please visit our Finance and Fees page.

Admission requirements

Program-specific requirements for Ontario high school students: Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, two credits from: Grade 12 U Chemistry, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Earth and Space Science, Grade 12 U Calculus and Vectors or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management and two additional Grade 12 U or M credits

For more information, please visit our Admissions page.

Admission details

To apply, please visit the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre at ouac.on.ca.

NOTE: Use the code AMB when applying to the program through OUAC.

COURSES

To view a full list of courses offered in this program, check out Lakehead’s Academic Calendar.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• botanist
• environmental chemist
• forensics
• microbiology technician
• pharmaceutical/medical researcher
• public health inspector
• genetic counsellor
• physician assistant
• biotechnology patent lawyer