1 year at RDC - 3 years at U of A or U of L

One Year University Transfer Program:

For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

1. Provincial and federal government

• technologists in pure and applied research

2. Hospital laboratories

• technologists in clinical Biochemistry

3. Industrial laboratories, including food technology and drug industry

• research
• analytical control
• developmental work

4. Teaching

5. Graduate studies

RDC offers one year of study towards a BSc Biochemistry.

There is a broad range of science courses in the program, allowing for easy transfer to other programs. These include Chemistry, various Biology programs, and some pre-professional programs.

The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of the university chosen.

Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.

Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. Chemistry 30
3. ELA 30-1
4. Mathematics 30-1
5. Physics 30

Note: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.

You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.