Northern Alberta Institute of Technology offers Diploma in Laboratory Research and Biotechnology, a diploma in Biotechnology programme in Edmonton, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered in a hybrid format.
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Biotechnology
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: Hybrid
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Laboratory Research and Biotechnology is a two-year diploma program at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology that trains students in laboratory techniques used in biotechnology and research settings. Coursework covers current technologies and research methods in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, cell culture, and animal physiology, along with animal-handling techniques and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) principles. The program is delivered in a hybrid format at the Main campus in Edmonton with a September intake. Graduates are prepared for roles such as biotechnology technician, research assistant, quality control analyst, and lab technologist in research labs, biotechnology firms, and pharmaceutical companies. The official program page does not state program tuition or a minimum admission average beyond the stated high school entrance requirements.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Minimum entrance requirements are 63% in each of Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2), Grade 12 Mathematics (Math 30-2 or Applied Math 30) or Grade 12 Physics (Physics 30), Grade 12 Biology (Biology 30), and Grade 12 Chemistry (Chemistry 30), plus proof of English language proficiency. Students must provide immunization records for Red Measles and Hepatitis B, completed by a healthcare professional, and are required to have a laptop computer for the duration of their studies (bring-your-own-device).
