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Associate of Science - Biotechnology

Berkeley City College (BCC)

Berkeley campus — Berkeley, California, United States

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 8,700
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Berkeley City College's Biotechnology draws from many disciplines, including genetics, immunology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science. Recent advances in biotechnology have resulted in major contributions to the fields of medicine, pharmacy, public health and agriculture. The Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology at Berkeley City College prepares students for employment as technicians and research associates in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, state and federal laboratories, and a range of clinical and academic laboratories. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and facility with standard laboratory methods and procedures, advanced techniques used in immunology and genetics laboratories, laboratory mathematics, tissue culture, proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and good laboratory practices. Demonstrate an ability to maintain a neat and readable scientific notebook, record data accurately, create and label appropriately tables and graphs, interpret results correctly and troubleshoot errors. Demonstrate an ability to work independently and as a member of a team, to read and interpret protocols accurately, and to use information provided in scientific papers when necessary. Demonstrate an ability to write a scientific paper and present data in an oral presentation. Demonstrate knowledge and facility with concepts in chemistry, biology and biotechnology and the ethical concerns associated with stem cells and recombinant DNA technologies.
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 8,700
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
15 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Berkeley campus

Berkeley, California, United States

2050 Center Street

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Berkeley City College, formerly Vista Community College, was founded in 1974. Berkeley City College is part of the broader Peralta Community College District group which includes College of Alameda, Laney College and Merritt College. In 2006, Berkeley City College moved to a newly constructed six-story, 165,000 square foot urban campus only one-and-one-half blocks from the University of California at Berkeley. Today, Berkeley City College offers programs in American Sign Language, biotechnology, business, computer information systems, English language and literature, global studies, the libera...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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