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The Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology degree program combines practical and applied courses provided by the Bioscience Technology diploma program at Holland College with strong theoretical science courses at the University of Prince Edward Island. It is designed for students interested in obtaining a rigorous and broad training in biotechnology, such as gaining experience in research, laboratory procedures and safety, scientific ethics, and regulatory affairs, while increasing access to post-graduate opportunities (e.g., Master's degree programs). Students are provided with foundational science courses as well as senior specialized courses in the life sciences at the university level to complement the strong hands-on technical training acquired during the college diploma program. On-the-job training is provided for all students. Pathway 2+1+1 Students apply to start at UPEI in the Faculty of Science, following standard application procedures at UPEI. Once accepted, students undertake one year of science courses similar to a first year biology or chemistry student (9 required courses, 1 elective) and a second year of science at UPEI (9 required courses, 1 elective). During this second year students apply to Holland College for the Bioscience Technology diploma program by the deadline of May 1. Once accepted, they complete their second year by attending an intersession program at Holland College in May and June. Then students attend one full year at Holland College in the Bioscience Technology diploma program (including an additional on-the-job training intercession course in May). Students then finish back at UPEI in their final year (4 required courses, 3 upper level science electives, 3 general electives).
