Science Seminar Carleton introduces issues of contemporary science in a new Seminar in Science. You'll attend six special lectures by prominent Canadian researchers, as well as small group seminars led by a committed professor who acts as both mentor and teacher. Through assignments, presentations, and discussion, you'll develop the analytical and communication skills needed for success in science. The Combined Honours programs in Biology and Biotechnology, and Biochemistry and Biotechnology have a common first year, which provides a basic grounding in chemistry and biology. You'll be focusing on areas such as animal and plant physiology, cell biology, microbiology, ecology, industrial biochemistry, and molecular genetics, in addition to your Biotechnology electives.
Biotechnology is one of the fastest growing sectors in the world economy.
Graduates find opportunities in many areas including biotechnology companies, medical research and DNA diagnostic facilities, government agencies and laboratories, the pharmaceutical industry, and the agricultural sector. The overall average of the core courses must be at least 75 percent. A grade of 60 percent or better is required in calculus and not more than one of the two remaining core courses may have a grade below 60 percent. It is University policy to consider your best perfor-mance in any course in the admissions assessment. Since the number of qualified applicants may be greater than the number of available spaces, cut-off averages may vary from year to year.