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School:	Sheridan College
Faculty:	Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Degree:	Diploma; Advanced
Field of Study:	Biotechnology
Description:	Develop strong foundations in chemistry, microbiology and molecular biology while gaining extensive laboratory experience. You'll perform experiments, prepare biological samples and analyze results using techniques used in biotechnology labs and production environments. Work with modern biotechnology equipment and analytical instruments used to study biomolecules and biological systems. Through lab-based courses, you'll gain experience with tools and technologies used in a variety of biotechnology industries.
URL:	Biotechnology at Sheridan College
Length:	2 Year(s)

Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. This program is still pending Ministry approval and is not open for applications yet. Program eligibility: Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses: English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or?ENG4U) One?Math, Grade 11?Mathematics (M or U) or Grade?12 Mathematics?(C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required) Recommended: Two science courses from Grade 11 and/or Grade 12 Chemistry, Biology, Physics and/or General Science. OR Mature student status If you're at least 19 years old and missing any of the requirements above, you can meet these requirements by applying as a mature student. Mature students may be required to complete tests in English, math and/or science or take a FREE preparatory course through Sheridan's Academic Upgrading program.
Additional Admission Requirements:	Pre-admission testing and upgrading: Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements will be invited to complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and/or English. Applicants lacking the mathematics admission requirement for this program may wish to upgrade their mathematics through Sheridan's FREE Academic Upgrading program prior to application. Applicant selection Eligible applicants are selected on the assessment of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses). Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.

Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

*This program is still pending Ministry approval and is not open for applications yet.*

Program eligibility:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:

English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or?ENG4U)
One?Math, Grade 11?Mathematics (M or U) or Grade?12 Mathematics?(C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required)
Recommended: Two science courses from Grade 11 and/or Grade 12 Chemistry, Biology, Physics and/or General Science.

Mature student status

If you're at least 19 years old and missing any of the requirements above, you can meet these requirements by applying as a mature student. Mature students may be required to complete tests in English, math and/or science or take a FREE preparatory course through Sheridan's Academic Upgrading program.

Additional Admission Requirements:

Pre-admission testing and upgrading:

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements will be invited to complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and/or English.

Applicants lacking the mathematics admission requirement for this program may wish to upgrade their mathematics through Sheridan's FREE Academic Upgrading program prior to application.

Applicant selection

Eligible applicants are selected on the assessment of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses).

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on May 13, 2026

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