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Associate of Science in Biotechnology

Ventura County Community College District - Moorpark College

USA,California

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 9,528/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, California

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 13,756 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

7075 Campus Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021, United States

Overview
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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Associate of Science in Biotechnology

Program Overview

Biotechnology is a rapidly growing industry with projections for continued growth and exciting opportunities for employment. The Biotechnology Program at Moorpark College is one of several in the State with a comprehensive curriculum in bio-manufacturing. This program is designed in consultation with members of local industry (Amgen, Takeda, Thermo Fisher Scientific and others) to provide the essential technical experiences and training needed for this thriving field. The curriculum balances basic science courses with practical laboratory applications.

This degree is for students who wish to pursue a career in Biotechnology. Students may obtain employment in the industry immediately after this degree or may transfer to a four year college to pursue further education in the field of Biotechnology.

To earn an Associate in Science Degree with a major in Biotechnology, students complete 39 specified units plus General Education Degree

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Associate Degree

Application Processing Days

14 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
may 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 9,528 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Ventura County Community College District - Moorpark College

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 45
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 75.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.