About Biotechnology in Lakehead University
Biotechnology is a field of study that uses living organisms or cellular and bio-molecular processes to make new products, solve problems, or provide new methods of production.
Scientific and technological advances have transformed biotechnology techniques, which have opened the door to a variety of applications in areas such as health care, the environment, forestry, and industrial processes. Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. The Ph.D. in Biotechnology at Lakehead is a research-based, interdisciplinary graduate program focused on the professional development of scientists in two areas of specialization:
- Medical biotechnology
- Environmental biotechnology with a focus on toxicology, waste, and emissions
The structure of the program allows you to choose your area of focus, and to tailor your research and coursework to meet your career goals. With faculty members from a wide range of backgrounds in both academic and industry settings, you will have the opportunity to choose from a great diversity of subjects in which to train.
Graduates of the Ph.D. in Biotechnology will have career opportunities at universities, research institutes, and the biotechnology industry in Canada and abroad.
Academic qualification equivalents
- A university post graduate degree in a related subject.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: 7.0 (no individual score less than 6.0)
- TOEFL: iBT 85
- PTE: 60 (no component score less than 50)
Lakehead University Highlights
University type |
Public |
Rank |
9th in Canada in undergraduate study |
Courses |
80 undergraduate and around 20 graduate courses |
No. of Campuses |
2 (one each in Thunder Bay and Orillia) |
Employment rate |
Average rate of 94% |
Application Fee |
101 USD1 for undergraduate courses |
Accepted Tests |
GMAT/GRE |
English Language Proficiency Tests |
TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent |
Financial Aid for International Students |
Available as Scholarships and Bursaries |
Lakehead University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Estimated idea of other living expenses excluding tuition fee are listed as follows:
Name of Expenditure |
Cost (in USD per year) |
Avg.Tution Fees |
$17,800 |
Accommodation |
2,250 to 5,475 |
Books and Supplies |
1,875 |
Transportation (Bus Pass) |
150 |
Groceries |
2,250 |
Mobile |
720 |
Others |
1,080 |
Total |
8,325 to 11,550 |