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Biotechnology at York
Biotechnology at York
Discover your passion and explore your interests in this one-of-a-kind program in Canada in Biotechnology. Choose from graduate programs in either a Master of Biotechnology Management or a Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology both offered at York University's new Markham Campus. These programs offer one-of-a-kind training in practical biotechnology theories and skills and practices. Graduates from these programs will be positioned to make immediate contributions to the growing Canadian biotechnology industry.
Master's in Biotechnology Management (MBM)
This program is one of a kind in Canada as it offers students training in practical biotechnology theories, skills and practices, a graduate education in management, and two terms of paid work-placements. During the final year, students complete an interdisciplinary capstone course that combines biotechnology and management skills and knowledge. Students will graduate with two credentials — a Professional Master’s in Biotechnology Management and a Graduate Diploma in Management — and will be positioned to make immediate contributions to the growing Canadian biotechnology industry.
Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology
The Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology (GDB) is a graduate certification designed for students who hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Science, or related discipline, and have little/no work experience in Biotechnology, to enhance their competitiveness and employability in the biotechnology sector. The Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology is designed to provide professional preparation for our graduates to fill current labor needs in the biotechnology sector and strengthen the Canadian economy.
About Markham Campus
Students who live in York Region will soon be able to study close by, with easy access to transit on campus. Construction is well underway for York University’s long-awaited Markham Campus. The campus will open in Spring 2024.
The new campus will embed York University in the heart of Markham, one of the most diverse and dynamic cities in Canada. It’s an ideal home for a community of positive changemakers, with opportunities for students and faculty to collaborate directly with employers, startups and community partners to right the future. Markham is also home to YSpace Markham and the IBM Innovation Space — Markham Convergence Centre.
Physically, Markham Campus will accommodate 4,200 students and is being designed to facilitate collaboration between programs and faculties. This will promote unexpected connections, bringing people together to create positive change.
Industry-informed Curriculum
Industry-context Laboratory Training
Interactions with Biotechnology Professionals
Contact Us
Markham Campus
1 University BoulevardMarkham, ON L6G 0A1
Graduate Admissions
416-872-9675
Graduate Program Administrator
mscinfo@yorku.ca
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