Diploma [Biotechnology Technician] From Conestoga College

Kitchener, OntarioLocation
CollegeSchool type
Estd1967established year
16500enrollment
Public
Partner [14 Courses]
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Diploma (Biotechnology Technician)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

₹9.3 L/Yr

CA$14,588 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹926192 (CAD 14588)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing₹285705 (CAD 4500)
Food₹171423 (CAD 2700)
Health insurance fee is the sum of health insurance of fall, spring and winter 2025.

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024₹926192 (CAD 14588)
2022₹872988 (CAD 13750)
2021₹678073 (CAD 10680)

Important Dates

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EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake Feb 1, 2025
  • Diploma in Biotechnology Technician at Conestoga College allows students to complete this program in 2 Years.
  • Students are required to successfully complete two language electives (in one language) in order to graduate.
  • 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.
  • The main concepts covered under the program are:​
    • Current Trends in Biotechnology
    • Introduction to Microbiology
    • Laboratory Procedures and Safety
    • Introductory Chemistry for Life Sciences
    • College Reading & Writing Skills
  • 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.
  • The student to teacher ratio is 35:1 which helps increase in interaction between professors and students.
  • On average, 82% of students from the last three years found employment within six months of graduation.
  • After completing this course, students have career opportunities as
    • Biomedical Engineer
    • Biochemist
    • Medical Scientist
    • Biological/Clinical Technician
    • Microbiologist
    • Process Development Scientist, etc with an average salary of 46,475 USD per year.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status.
  • Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications
  • All applicants who meet the academic strength requirements must attend a program information session and present a portfolio of their creative work.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Indian students need to maintain an overall average of 60% in Grade 12th

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem….Read More


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

58 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo


Required Document List

Followings are the required document:

  • Official Transcripts: Students must be required to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
  • Letter of Recommendation: Students need to submit two letters of recommendation.
  • ELP Scores: Students need to submit proof of English proficiency from the school or testing authority.
  • Statement of purpose:  Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Financial Documentation: Students must have proof that they have enough money to support themselves during their stay in Canada
  • Resume: Resume outlining work/volunteer/internship experiences.

Career and Placement after Course

After completing this program students have job opportunities in:

  • Biomedical Engineer.
  • Biochemist.
  • Medical Scientist.
  • Biological/Clinical Technician.
  • Microbiologist.
  • Process Development Scientist

Programs Comparison

application--
exam scoresDuolingo - 115/160IELTS - 6.5/9PTE - 58/90TOEFL - 88/120Duolingo - 105/160IELTS - 6/9PTE - 54/90TOEFL - 80/120
application datesFeb 1, 2025 (Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake)
Feb 1, 2026 (Classes Start And End Dates For Fall Semester 2024)
May 1, 2026 (Early Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake)
Jun 1, 2026 (Tuition Deposit Due Date For Fall 2026 Intake)
Nov 1, 2025 (Early Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake)
why to opt?

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.


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Admission Criteria/Better to Have
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status (See Mature Student definition for details.)
  • Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1251), or equivalent
  • Grade 12 Mathematics, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics (MATH1395)
  • Two (2) sciences are required from the following:
  • one of: grade 11 or 12 Chemistry, C or U, or Conestoga College Preparatory Chemistry (SCIE1030) or equivalent;
  • one of: grade 11 or 12 Biology, C or U, or Conestoga College Preparatory Biology (SCIE1010) or equivalent;
  • one of: grade 11 or 12 Physics, C or U, or equivalent;
  • one of: Grade 11 or 12 Science (SNC3M or SNC4M)

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cost to studyTotal Cost (Tuition + Living) -INR 1075647.58-
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