In the Laboratory Research and Biotechnology 2-year diploma program, students will study biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, cell culture, animal physiology and animal-handling techniques. Students will also gain a firm understanding of the principles of quality assurance/quality control that are imperative in a lab.

Students will gain the laboratory skills essential in life sciences and biotechnology and prepare for a rewarding career in research. By the end of the program students will be familiar with how to use and apply current technologies and research methods in animal physiology, molecular biology, cell culture, immunology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and microbiology. Students will be shown the importance of effective communication and lab competency, and learn to work safely and efficiently in a team environment.