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Biotechnology - Advanced to Biology

Where Are You Now?

Fleming College

Discipline: Biological sciences

Credential: College Advanced Diploma (3 year)

Program Title: Biotechnology - Advanced

Where Do You Want to Go?

Trent University

Degree Qualifications: BSc(Hon) - Honours Bachelor of Science

Discipline: Biological sciences

Credential: Degree (4 year)

Program Title: Biology

Transfer credits / courses

35%

Semesters Remaining 5

Granted 7.00
Total 20.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Students beginning studies in the Biotechnology Advanced Diploma program since Fall 2022 will receive the following 7.0 transfer credits:

  • 0.5 BIOL 1030H - Foundations of Cellular and Molecular Biology
  • 0.5 BIOL 3080H - Molecular Biology
  • 0.5 BIOL 3250H - Microbiology
  • 0.5 CHEM 1000H – Introductory Chemistry I
  • 0.5 CHEM 1010H – Introductory Chemistry II
  • 0.5 CHEM 2300H - Biomechanical Concepts
  • 0.5 INDG 1001H - The Foundation for Reconciliation
  • 0.5 PHYS 1000H – Foundations of Physics
  • 0.5 unassigned Biology credit at the 2000 level
  • 0.5 unassigned Forensic Science credit at the 1000 level
  • 0.5 unassigned Forensic Science credit at the 2000 level
  • 0.5 unassigned Science credit at the 1000 level
  • 1.0 unassigned Science credit at the 2000 level

Students who began studies in the Biotechnology Advanced Diploma program prior to Fall 2022 are encouraged to contact Trent University for information about transfer credits received as part of this pathway.

 

Requirements

To qualify for this agreement, students must have:
- successfully completed Fleming College's Biotechnology Advanced Diploma program;
- a minimum overall average of 75%.

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

75%

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 75%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

Bridging Requirements have not been defined for this pathway.

Program Residency Requirement

Students are required to complete the following 13.0 credits to fulfill requirements for the Biology degree:

  • 0.5 BIOL 1020H - Foundations of Biodiversity
  • 0.5 BIOL 2000H - Methods of Biological Inquiry
  • 0.5 BIOL 2050H - Introduction to Genetics
  • 0.5 BIOL 2070H - Cell Biology
  • 0.5 BIOL 2260H - Introductory Ecology
  • 0.5 BIOL 2600H - Evolution
  • 0.5 MATH 1051H - Non-Calculus Statistics I: Elementary Probability and Statistics
  • 0.5 MATH 1052H - Non-Calculus Statistics II: Elementary Statistical Methods
  • 0.5 credit from the following:
    • 0.5 MATH 1005H - Applied Calculus
    • 0.5 MATH 1110H - Calculus I: Limits, Derivatives, and Integrals
  • 4.0 Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, or Biomedical Science credits at the 3000 level or beyond
  • 1.0 Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, or Biomedical Science credit at the 2000 level or beyond in addition to the above, excluding BIOL 1050H and 1051H
  • 0.5 credit in a humanities subject: Ancient Greek and Roman Studies, Arabic, American Sign Language, Canadian Studies, Chinese, Communications, Cultural Studies, English Literature, French, Gender and Social Justice, Greek, German, History, Italian, Latin, Linguistics, Philosophy, Russian, Spanish, UNIV courses (excluding UNIV 1003H), or Writing
  • 3.0 additional credits, including no more than 1.5 credits at the 1000 level.

*Additional notes: Choice credits must include at least 2.0 credits at the 3000 and/or 4000 level(s).

Degree requirements are subject to change. Refer to the most recent version of the Academic Calendar for course descriptions and degree requirements (http://trentu.ca/calendar). Students are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor prior to registering for courses for assistance with degree planning (http://trentu.ca/advising).

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

The agreement will be reviewed annually, or sooner in the event of major curriculum changes in either partner’s programs. This agreement may be terminated by either party. In this case, notice of one year is required. In the event of termination of the agreement, every effort will be made to ensure that students currently enrolled in the program will not be affected.

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Last Updated: February 23, 2024