• McMaster University offers a Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology for a duration of 4.5 years
  • It is an on-campus, co-op program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The program is the study of genetic engineering cell biology, molecular biology, and microbiology, analytical instrumentation, and, bioprocessing. 
  • With the combination of theoretical foundation and lab experience, students will be prepared for success in areas in genetic engineering and bioprocessing.
  • The sample courses of the program are:
    • Chemist, Estee Lauder
    • Inventory Control Analyst, Ventura Foods Canada
    • Manager of Clinical Marketing, Mespere LifeSciences Inc.
  • Students also get an opportunity to complete the co-op program.
  • BTech is a 4-year academic degree program that requires 8 academic terms (typically 2 academic terms a year) of academic study.
  • Courses in the BTech programs occur during daytime and evening hours.
  • Students in this program graduate with a degree from McMaster University, an advanced diploma in Biotechnology and a Certificate in Business from Mohawk College, and 12 months of co-op work experience. 
  • The program also integrates core business and management skills and is an Accredited Business Degree (ACBSP).
  • The average salary of the program goes up to 44,000 USD.