Faculty of Science
Biotechnology
BScAt a Glance
Offered by
Faculty of Science
Offered at
Keele Campus
Degrees offered
BSc
Ways to study
Full-Time, Part-Time
Entry
- Fall - Yes (first and upper year)
- Winter - Yes (first and upper year)
- Summer - Yes (first and upper year)
OUAC Code
- YSA (BSc)
About the Program
Biotechnology studies the use of living organisms in the production of goods and services, or to improve existing processes. Applications include the diagnosis and treatment of disease, genetically modifying agricultural crops and production of vitamins, pharmaceuticals and other economically important products.
Biotechnology at York is a Specialized Honours stream within the Biology program. This stream prepares you for a career in this exciting, steadily growing field at the crossroads of biology, genetics, and biochemistry. You will learn the foundations of biotechnology as well as explore relevant social, legal, ethical and business practices in the field.
This program has been designed to provide a synthesis of carefully selected courses in molecular and cell biology, genetics and biochemistry with others in computer science, economics, business and ethics. All students are also required to complete an Honours Thesis course, which can include first-hand experience in independent research and current laboratory technique.
Requirements
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 30
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 12
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- A maximum of 30 possible transferable credits may be granted for successful completion of the Baccalauréat Général. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Minimum overall result of “Bien/Buena/Bueno/Good” on all academic courses.
- Some programs require a higher GPA.
- Senior-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- 2-unit physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- CAPE 2-unit courses, with results of 3 or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 1 and 2
- Extra courses will be assessed for transfer credit. Applicants with the DEC may be awarded up to one full year of transfer credit.
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Grade 12 physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Senior-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- A-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- GCE A2 examinations with results of "C" or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
To gain admission to this program, minimum average of C is required.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of C.
The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program specific basis. Some programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed, and all requirements are subject to change.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Twelfth Year physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- IB Diploma with passes in six subjects: three passes at the Standard-level and three passes at the Higher-level, or two passes at the Standard-level and four passes at the Higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches standard-level
- Applications and Interpretations higher-level
- Standard or higher-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- Transfer credit is granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
To gain admission to this program, minimum IB diploma point scores of 28 is required.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires minimum IB diploma point scores of 28.
The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program specific basis. Some programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed, and all requirements are subject to change.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
- Grade XII physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 40S
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 121 or 122
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 3204
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 12
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 30
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 30
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- SPH4U
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
OUAC code YSA
BSc
Requirements for admission:
BSc
To be considered a mature student, you must:
be at least 21 years old by the end of the calendar year of admission to the University;
have been out of full-time high school studies for at least two years; and
have attempted less than one full year of studies at an accredited college or university.
Requirements for admission:
BSc
Requirements for admission:
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 621
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Grade 12 Physics
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 30
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Senior-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Senior-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- AP College Board examinations are eligible for transfer credit, for results of 4 or 5, up to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Senior-level physics
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
BSc
Requirements for admission:
- Physics 12
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 70%.
Start Your Application
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - January 15, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
Applied Learning Opportunities
Gain real-world experience, build marketable skills and apply theories learned in the classroom through Experiential Education (EE) at York. These hands-on learning experiences can occur within a course, community, or work/professional setting and include opportunities such as co-op, internships, practicums, placements, capstone projects, field courses, community-based research or case competitions that happen in a class. During your degree, you will deepen the learning objectives of a course or program, apply knowledge and be better prepared for the job market after graduation.
Recent grad Nawshin chats with us about her experience with the Career Centre and how she secured a full-time role within two months of graduating.
Potential Career Paths
- biomanufacturing scientist
- regulatory affairs officer
- agricultural product researcher
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