Diploma (Bioinformatics)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$10,577/Yr
CA$10,577 /Yr
- The Diploma in Bioinformatics offers 2 years of course duration.
- This course is offered on a full-time basis and on-campus.
- The program offers an optional co-op work term, which provides an opportunity to gain practical experience with a local employer.
- The course requires 65 credits in Diploma in Bioinformatics and 72 credits in Diploma in Bioinformatics(Co-op Education)
- The program enables students to integrate academic studies with related, practical work experience.
- Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary science that applies computational and statistical methods to biological information in order to make new discoveries and to solve complex biological problems.
- Courses that students will study are:
- General Biology
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Molecular Genetics
- General Chemistry
- Web Development
- To achieve Diploma in Bioinformatics students must achieve and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.6 in each term.
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Important Dates
Apply at least six months prior to the start of the program. We begin accepting applications 11 months before the program starts.
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Summer Scholarship Application Begins | Apr 15, 2023 |
| Summer Application Registration Begins | Mar 27, 2023 |
| Fall Scholarship Application Begins | Aug 18, 2023 |
| Fall Application Registration begins | Jun 21, 2023 |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$10577 (CAD 10577) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| 12 Home stay months | CA$7470 (CAD 7470) |
| Health Insurance | CA$1145 (CAD 1145) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$17257 (CAD 17257) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.6.
- Successfully complete an employability assessment interview with a Co-op Officer
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Indian Students required Certificates and Marksheets of class 10th and 12th with a minimum of 50% in all compulsory and elective courses.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- Official Transcripts: Students have to submit Official post-secondary transcripts that show completion of at least one full academic year or a minimum of 24 university-level credits, from a recognized university or college.
- ELP Scores: Students need to submit proof of English language proficiency (official test scores or transcripts) from the testing authority or school.
- Student Visa: It is important for students that they must give the International Education Department a copy of their valid Student Visa, a copy of their passport, and proof of medical insurance.
Career and Placement after Course
The sectors in which bioinformatics trainees are in high demand include but are not limited to:
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Life sciences research
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Pharmaceutical sciences
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Health care
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Biotechnology
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Natural resources and agriculture
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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Students seeking admission in the Associate of Science Degree in Computer Science program of Langara College must have completed Grade 12 or equivalent and must be 19 years or older. International students seeking admission must have a valid ELP test score.
You can check the class schedule or examination schedule of your program through these following steps.
The admission requirement for the Psychology programs at Langara College is BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent). You are encouraged to check individual course prerequisites and submit relevant documents to Registrar & Enrolment Services well in advance of the registration period. IELTS minimum band requirements are not required for applications for the fall semester of 2022 or the spring semester of 2023.