British Columbia Institute of Technology

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Clinical Genetics Technology

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Faculty:Health Sciences
Degree:Diploma; Advanced
Field of Study:Gene/Genetic Therapy

Description:

BCIT's Clinical Genetics Technology program is one of two programs of its kind in Canada, and the only one in Western Canada. Our program is taught with the small class sizes and high quality instructors for which BCIT is known.

Clinical genetics technology trains you to investigate genetic diseases like Down syndrome and cancer. Working in hospitals and private clinics, clinical genetics technologists use sophisticated equipment and techniques to solve complex genetic problems.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
Applicants must have: two years of education in English in an English-speaking country with one of the following: English 12 (73%) or 3.0 credits of post-secondary English, humanities or social sciences (73%) from a recognized institution.
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
Post-secondary: a Bachelor of Science with third and fourth year course concentrations in subjects such as:
cell biology
biochemistry
molecular biology
molecular genetics
genetics
cytogenetics
human genetics

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 23, 2021