BTech Biotechnology at McMaster University

Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary field merging basic science, applied science, and engineering. Study genetic engineering; cell biology, molecular biology, and microbiology; analytical instrumentation; and, bioprocessing. Within these disciplines, students learn about the latest research in immunology, virology, genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology  |  Duration: 4.5 years  |  Study mode: co-op  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The program is made up of technical courses that are specialized according to your chosen stream. In addition, courses in business, management, and communications complement your sudies.

Career pathways

Growth and Experience (the Centre) to assist students with your job search, resume writing and interviewing skills, it is ultimately the responsibility of the student to satisfy the co-op program requirement. Learn more about co-op

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