applied life
science

explore how life works. our life sciences program teaches you about the chemistry, biology and physiology of diverse forms of life and prepares you for a career in the health sector.

through extensive laboratory activities, you’ll learn lab techniques and data analysis in a variety of scientific disciplines with emphasis on molecular biology. you’ll be positioned for careers such as microbiology or pharmaceutical research, have the option to pursue graduate studies, or use your education as a pathway to professional programs such as medicine, pharmacy, or forensics.

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• i’m a high school student in ontario
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• i’m a transfer student (college, university)
• i’m a mature student (over 21 and never attended postsecondary)

career opportunities

the applied life sciences degree-diploma integrates knowledge from a variety disciplines, including cell biology and genetics, microbiology and biochemistry, anthropology, and physics. our graduates will be prepared to move directly into a variety of health science disciplines, or pursue graduate degrees (msc and phd) or professional degrees in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or optometry. here are a few careers you could have after graduation.