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The Faculty of Science offers four- and five-year programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology.
Bachelor of Science (Major)
Expected duration: 4 years, approx. (120 credit hours) of study, plus three four-month Co-op work terms, if chosen
The Major program provides students with an extensive program in this field while allowing for educational breadth through other subjects of their choice. Unlike the Honours program, the Major program offers more scheduling flexibility and opportunities to select electives from other disciplines. This flexibility means that the Major program doesn’t provide the same level of professional training as the Honours program. Graduate Program Admissions would normally expect the selection of electives that are required by an Honours program along with a GPA representative of an Honours degree.
Major students are eligible for the Co-op program, which provides exposure to the industry and valuable work experience.
To earn the Bachelor of Science Major degree a student must successfully complete 120 credit hours with minimum grades as outlined in the Academic Calendar. To remain in the Major program, students must maintain a minimum degree GPA of 2.00.
You can complete this degree on a part-time basis.
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Expected duration: 4 years, approx. (120 credit hours) of study, plus three four-month Co-op work terms, if chosen
Our most advanced, in-depth Honours program allows you to make the smoothest transition to graduate studies. An Honours program is regarded as professional training. Students are generally involved in research opportunities and complete a project or research course as part of the curriculum.
Honours students are eligible for the Co-op program, which provides exposure to the industry and valuable work experience. Students normally enter the program after their first or second year after earning a minimum of 30 credit hours including the designated courses and grades.
To earn a Bachelor of Science Honours degree a student must successfully complete 120 credit hours or more of study with minimum grades as specified in the Academic Calendar on all courses and a minimum degree GPA of 3.00.
You must complete this degree on a full-time basis.
Bachelor of Science (Major) Co-op
Expected duration: 5 years
Course and grade requirements are the same as those for entry and continuation in the regular major program, however the entry and
Students are encouraged, but not required, to take 15 credit hours in each academic term in the third and subsequent years. Students must complete first and second year requirements of the program before beginning their first co-op work term.
To learn more about the BSc Major Co-op option, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Co-op
Expected duration: 5 years
Course and grade requirements are the same as those for entry and continuation in the regular honours program.
Students must complete first and second year requirements of the program before beginning their first co-op work term.
To learn more about the BSc Honours Co-op option, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Sample course offerings
- BIOL 1020: Biology 1: Principles and Themes (3 credit hours)
- BIOL 1030: Biological Diversity, Function and Interactions
- CHEM 1100: Introductory Chemistry 1: Atomic and Molecular Structure and Energetics
- CHEM 1110: Introductory Chemistry 2: Interaction, Reactivity and Chemical Properties
- CHEM 2122 Experimental Organic Chemistry
- MBIO 1010: Microbiology 1
- MBIO 3410: Molecular Biology
For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Science - Co-operative Education Program
The Faculty of Science Co-operative Education Program is an excellent way for students to enhance their classroom learning with on-the-job experience. Students in biochemistry, biological sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, computer science, data science, genetics, microbiology, physics and astronomy and statistics can alternate regular academic terms with paid, full-time employment.
Admission requirements
The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Biotechnology BSc program Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Direct entry means you are applying to the program directly out of high school or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college.
Missing some requirements? Students who do not meet the direct entry admission requirements may apply to University 1 to prepare for entry into the Faculty of Science. You may be able to declare your specific Major when you transit or you can transit to the General degree. University 1 students who qualify may transit to the Faculty of Science using Aurora Student. See the Academic Calendar for entry requirements specific to this program.
Advanced entry Applicants are those who have completed one year (24 credit hours) or more of studies in another faculty at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.
Note: When you apply to the Faculty of Science as a Direct or Advanced entry student, you do not select your Major areas of study (e.g., Biochemistry, Computer Science, Statistics, etc.). Each Major or Honours program has specific entry requirements and may be declared once you have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of coursework, generally at the end of your first or second year of studies. For full details, please visit the Academic calendar.
How to apply
Please note: As of Fall 2018, admission to the Biotechnology program has been temporarily suspended. For more information, please contact a Faculty of Science Academic Advisor
Domestic student application fee: $100
International student application fee: $130
Applications to the University of Manitoba are completed online. To begin your application, select the "Start or continue your application" button. The online application includes several parts, and you may be required to submit transcripts, proof of English Language proficiency and other documents.
If you are a University 1 student wishing to transit to the Faculty of Science, you are not required to submit an application. You may transit to the Faculty of Science student using Aurora Student. There is no application fee.
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424 UMSU University Centre
University of Manitoba
65 Chancellors Circle
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
Office location
Room 424 UMSU University Centre
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University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
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Phone: 204-474-8808
Toll-free: 1-800-224-7713 ext 8808
Program inquiries
Faculty of Science
239 Machray Hall, 186 Dysart Road
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
sciadv@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-8256
Fax: 204-474-7618