Diploma of BioScience Technology

Bioscience technologists use applied science to research problems and develop solutions to some of life's many important questions, ranging from food safety to new medicines. Saskatchewan Polytechnic's BioScience Technology program is a two-year diploma program that emphasizes a hands-on style of learning. Your classroom time includes theory, practical exercises and labs. A four-week practicum gives you on-the-ground experience working in a laboratory, so at the end of your program you're ready for the workplace. The program is designed to give you a strong foundation in both scientific principles and analytic practices. The emphasis is on developing your lab skills to prepare you for work in the biosciences, biomedical research and applied research fields. You'll develop the skills you need to: analyse DNA, RNA and protein samples follow good laboratory practices (GLP) guidelines handle and prepare laboratory chemicals organize and supervise laboratory activities record, process and report data use analytical instruments work with plants and animals in a research setting work with microorganisms

Grade 12 with a minimum of 65% in each of the following subjects: Chemistry 30, Biology 30 and Pre-Calculus 30. A combined average of 65% is required in English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30. Alternative admission - Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.