Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] [Biotechnology] From McMaster University

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Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Biotechnology)

STEM Course

4 years

Full Time

Co Op & On Campus

Field of Study:

Biotechnology

CA$44,042/Yr

CA$44,042 /Yr

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.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	CA$44042 (CAD 44042)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Room and Food (On-Campus)	CA$9195 (CAD 9195)
Housing (Off-Campus)	CA$4860 (CAD 4860)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
2021	CA$29398 (CAD 29398)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students should meet the following requirements to apply for the program:

Students must complete a 3-year advanced diploma from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology in a related field with a minimum cumulative average of 75%.
Students have to complete the required 6 grade 12 U/M courses including:
- English (ENG4U)
- Calculus (MCV4U)
- Chemistry (SCH4U)
- Physics (SPH4U)
Biology is not a requirement for this program. Students take a high school equivalent Biology course in the first year of the B.Tech program.

Indian Student Eligibility

Students must have 5 subjects of Class XII including all mandatory prerequisites for the selected program.
The student's average is calculated on Grade XII Predicted grades.
Students are eligible to apply if they have the following documents: Class X board results, Class XI transcript, and Class XII predicted grades.

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.

Scores Required

86 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

60 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

Required Document List

Following are the required document:

Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.

Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

Biomedical Engineer
Biochemist
Medical Scientist
Biological/Clinical Technician
Microbiologist
Process Development Scientist
Biomanufacturing Specialists
Business Development Manager

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Go Clean Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,500/Yr$3,500	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program	Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Jared J. Davis Grant	Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Microsoft Tuition Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Australia Awards Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details