| | Biochemistry and Biotechnology (BSc) | | |
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| School | Wilfrid Laurier University | | |
| Location | Waterloo, ON, Canada | | |
| School Type | University | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 20,355
Full-time Graduate: 1,368 | | |
| Degree | Bachelor | | |
| Honours | | | |
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| Length | 4 Year(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | 75% to 100% | | |
| Prerequisites | - Grade12 English
- Grade12 Biology
- Grade12 Chemistry
- Grade12 Advanced Functions
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| Prerequisites Notes | English 60%, Biology 60%, Advanced Functions 60%, Chemistry 70%, and all prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average. The Medical Foundation Partnership option has slightly higher requirements; see the Laurier website for details.
Transfer Requirements
Students applying to this program from another post-secondary institution are encouraged to review our transfer-specific requirements. This page will show you the admission requirements for your unique transfer situation and provide more details about transferring to Laurier.
College graduates applying to Laurier may be eligible for admission with one of our block transfer agreements or articulation agreements with specific college partners.
Learn more about our college pathway opportunities.
Students applying to this program from a Canadian province outside of Ontario are encouraged to review our course equivalents by province chart. This chart will show you what courses from your province are equivalent to the admission requirements listed under the Prerequisites section.
International Admission Requirements
Students applying to this program from an international curriculum must present the following:
Average admission range: mid 70s
Senior or grade 12 English at 60%
Senior or grade 12 Biology at 60%
Senior or grade 12 Chemistry at 70%
Senior or grade 12 Mathematics covering algebra, trigonometry and functions at 60%
All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average
The Medical Foundation Partnership option has slightly higher requirements; see the Laurier website for details. Students applying to this program from an international curriculum are encouraged to review our curriculum-specific requirements. You will find which courses from your country's curriculum are equivalent to the admission requirements listed above. If your country or curriculum is not listed, please reach out to [email protected]. | | |
| Cost |
Tuition and incidental fees are charged based on your year of entry and the number of courses in which you are registered. Please visit the Laurier website to learn more about tuition and fees. | | |
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| Description | Biochemistry explores the molecular aspects of life and forms the foundation for fields like cell and molecular biology, microbiology, genetics, and molecular medicine. Biotechnology applies biochemistry to create technologies and products that enhance health and support the planet.
In this program, you will gain expertise in health and pharmaceutical sciences, which drive over 50% of biochemical research and biotechnology activities in Canada. This knowledge will position you for impactful careers in these rapidly growing fields. | | |
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