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This program provides students with the laboratory skills, technical knowledge, fundamental understanding, and employability skills for careers in Biotechnology and Life Science industries. Students will experience an integrated curriculum and applied learning environment that focuses on scenarios relevant to current innovations in the growing fields of Biotechnology and Life Sciences. The program offers independent and collaborative opportunities to develop personally and professionally, and to perform laboratory duties in compliance with all legislative guidelines. Training includes practical and technical instruction in several areas including biology, biochemistry, microbiology, analytical chemistry, cell culture, molecular biology, and computer applications. Graduates of the Biotechnology Technician program will compete in emerging professions within diverse sectors of the bio-economy including: environmental, agricultural, food, pharmaceutical and biomedical technologies, analytical chemistry, and many other exciting fields.
Note:
- Admission requirements for this program may be met by completing Conestoga's Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas.
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.
1 Term
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details
Description | Spring 2025 |
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Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 |
Administration Fee | $25.00 |
Capital Development Fee | $84.22 |
CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 |
CSI Association Fee | $102.00 |
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $108.90 |
CSI Legal Care Fee | $20.10 |
CSI UPass Fee | $118.97 |
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 |
HST | $4.81 |
ONE Card Fee | $7.50 |
Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
Student Services | $86.00 |
Supply Fee (Taxed) | $37.00 |
Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 |
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $70.00 |
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $4.00 |
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $30.00 |
Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
Term Total | $2260.00 |
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International fee details
Description | Spring 2025 |
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International Program Tuition | $7294.00 |
Administration Fee | $25.00 |
Capital Development Fee | $84.22 |
CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 |
CSI Association Fee | $102.00 |
CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $174.90 |
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $108.90 |
CSI Legal Care Fee | $20.10 |
CSI UPass Fee | $118.97 |
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 |
HST | $4.81 |
ISR | $375.00 |
ONE Card Fee | $7.50 |
Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
Student Services | $86.00 |
Supply Fee (Taxed) | $37.00 |
Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 |
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $70.00 |
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $4.00 |
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $30.00 |
Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
Term Total | $8755.90 |
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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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Delivery sequence - May 2025 - Kitchener – Doon
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