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Graduates of relevant diploma or degree programs may apply to transfer credits for bridging into the BAB (Honours) program.
Program description - September 2025
The Bachelor of Applied Biotechnology (Honours) is an innovative four-year degree (including two co-op work terms, equalling eight months of work experience) that provides graduates with an employer-desired blend of applied laboratory skills, instrumental analysis skills, and the theoretical and technical knowledge for careers in biotechnology and life sciences industries.
As a student attending Conestoga's Bachelor of Applied Biotechnology, you will experience an integrated curriculum and applied learning environment that focuses on knowledge and skills relevant to current innovations in the growing field of biotechnology. You will acquire theoretical, practical, and technical knowledge in biotechnology emphasizing biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, instrumental chemistry, molecular analysis, regulatory affairs, and bioinformatics. This unique degree aims to give you independent and collaborative opportunities to develop personally and professionally. You will engage in performing laboratory techniques and analysis with a wide variety of instrumentation currently used in fields such as forensics, pharmaceuticals, agricultural and food sciences, environmental sciences, cannabis production and quality, and more. The program will offer opportunities to develop critical thinking, professional communication, and leadership skills that will enable you to work successfully in a team environment.
Program details
Tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for the 2024-2025 academic year (September to August) are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional. Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2025 and later will be available Spring 2025.
2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details
| Description | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3177.00 | $3177.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $102.00 | $102.00 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $330.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $118.97 | $118.97 |
| eText Fee | - | $51.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Program Services Fee | - | $143.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Student Services | $86.00 | $86.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $4208.19 | $4042.69 |
| Year Total | $8250.88 |
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International fee details
| Description | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $7980.50 | $7980.50 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $102.00 | $102.00 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $530.00 | - |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $330.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $118.97 | $118.97 |
| eText Fee | - | $51.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Program Services Fee | - | $143.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Student Services | $86.00 | $86.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $9916.69 | $9221.19 |
| Year Total | $19137.88 |
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Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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Awards & scholarships
Student Financial Services awarded more than 400 awards, scholarships and bursaries last year.
Co-op information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn money while you apply what you've learned in a real workplace environment. Visit Co-operative education for more information.
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
- In order to participate in a WIL experience/Co-op work term, students must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Delivery sequence - September 2025 - Kitchener – Doon
| FALL | WINTER | SPRING |
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| Class | Class | Break |
| Class | Class | Break |
| Class | Class | Work Term |
| Work Term | Class | Class |