Biotechnology (Non-Thesis) (M.Sc.A.) (45 credits)
Offered by: Parasitology (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences)
Degree: Master of Science Applied
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
The M.Sc.(Applied) in Biotechnology; Non-Thesis provides training in cell and molecular biology, and protein biochemistry, with a strong focus on the molecular/biochemical sciences. Concurrently, it provides teaching in management and the business aspect of biotechnology. The program also includes practical training in a laboratory and internships.
Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.
Research Project (16 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BTEC 622 | Biotechnology Research Project 1. | 2 |
Biotechnology Research Project 1. Terms offered: Winter 2026 Research project proposal and literature review. | ||
| BTEC 623 | Biotechnology Research Project 2. | 6 |
Biotechnology Research Project 2. Terms offered: Summer 2025, Fall 2025 Intensive research project, lasting a minimum of 16 weeks in conjunction with course Biotechnology Research Project 3, conducted in a university hospital or industry laboratory involved in biotechnology research or development. | ||
| BTEC 624 | Biotechnology Research Project 3. | 6 |
Biotechnology Research Project 3. Terms offered: Summer 2025, Fall 2025 Intensive research project, lasting a minimum of 16 weeks in conjunction with Biotechnology Research Project 2, conducted in a university hospital or industry laboratory involved in biotechnology research or development. | ||
| BTEC 625 | Biotechnology Research Project 4. | 2 |
Biotechnology Research Project 4. Terms offered: Fall 2025 Student will prepare a report on the research experience and give a presentation. | ||
Required Courses (20 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOT 505 | Selected Topics in Biotechnology. | 3 |
Selected Topics in Biotechnology. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Current methods and recent advances in biological, medical, agricultural and engineering aspects of biotechnology will be described and discussed. An extensive reading list will complement the lecture material. | ||
| BTEC 501 | Bioinformatics. | 3 |
Bioinformatics. Terms offered: Fall 2025 This course introduces the application of computer software for analysis of biological sequence information. An emphasis is placed on the biological theory behind analytical techniques, the algorithms used and methods of developing a statistical framework for various types of analysis. | ||
| BTEC 619 | Biotechnology Laboratory 2. | 4 |
Biotechnology Laboratory 2. Terms offered: Winter 2026 A laboratory-based course in a variety of topics including: proteomics, protein expression and purification, conventional and HPLC chromatography, protein-protein interactions, ELISA, and Western blot analysis and hybridoma techniques. | ||
| BTEC 620 | Biotechnology Laboratory 1. | 4 |
Biotechnology Laboratory 1. Terms offered: Fall 2025 Practical training in contemporary methods of molecular and cellular biology. Intended for students with background in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related area, who are already familiar with theoretical principles of recombinant DNA technologies. Topics include: polymerase chain reaction (PCR), methods for gene cloning and mutagenesis, eukaryotic and prokaryotic gene expression systems, protein purification and methods of eukaryotic cell culture. | ||
| BTEC 621 | Biotechnology Management. | 3 |
Biotechnology Management. Terms offered: Fall 2025 Topics relevant to the management of research in industry are presented by experts working in industry. This course highlights the differences existing between research done in an academic environment and research done within industry. | ||
| HGEN 660 | Genetics and Bioethics. | 3 |
Genetics and Bioethics. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. This course will deal with ethical issues in the gathering, dissemination, and use of genetic information for decisions concerning reproduction, health care, and research. | ||
Complementary Courses (9 credits)
9 credits at the 500 level or higher, selected within the Faculties of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Medicine, Science, or Management in consultation with the academic adviser of the program in line with the interests of the student.