Explore Educational Programs
Explore and compare Massachusetts college programs in the life sciences to find the right fit for your academic and career goals.
In addition to the specialized programs listed below, most, if not all, community colleges, colleges, and universities offer degrees in biology and chemistry.

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Biotechnology – Genomics and Biomanufacturing
ExploreMassBay Community College
Associate of Science in Biotechnology: Genomics & Manufacturing
RequiredFor-credit academic internship (paid or unpaid). Either on-campus research experience or at company site.
- MassBay’s Biotech programs offers hands-on, critical thinking-based course work that includes soft skill training.
- Additional opportunities include a journal club called “Biotechnology Innovations Club” and a biannual STEM expo.
- Strong connections to industry. Many students are able to find jobs industry during their studies or right after they graduate.
- Students may also chose to transfer to a 4-year program. The biotechnology program to not qualify for MassTransfer but Transfer Agreements are in place with several public universities.
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Biomanufacturing
ExploreMassBay Community College
Associate of Science
RequiredFor-credit academic internship (paid or unpaid). Either on-campus research experience or at company site.
- This 12-month program will equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for
entry-level Biotechnology/Biomanufacturing technicians. - Curriculum covers a wide range of biomanufacturing, cell & gene therapy principles
- Strong industry connections.
- This 12-month program will equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for
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Biotechnology
ExploreMassBay Community College
Associate of Science
RequiredFor-credit academic internship (paid or unpaid). Either on-campus research experience or at company site.
- MassBay’s Biotech programs offers hands-on, critical thinking-based course work that includes soft skill training.
- Additional opportunities include a journal club called “Biotechnology Innovations Club” and a biannual STEM expo.
- Strong connections to industry. Many students are able to find jobs industry during their studies or right after they graduate.
- Students may also chose to transfer to a 4-year program. The biotechnology program to not qualify for MassTransfer but Transfer Agreements are in place with several public universities.
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Biomedical Engineering
ExploreMiddlesex Community College
Associate in Science
- 4 semesters include courses in engineering-related Math, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology topics.
- The program was designed as part of a special relationship with the School of Engineering at UMass Lowell, and satisfies specific UML course requirements.
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Biotechnology Technician
ExploreMiddlesex Community College
Associate in Science
RequiredFor-credit academic internship at a local industry site.
Alternatively, students can participate in the Learn & Earn Program.
- This program is 5 semesters long and offers extensive hands-on training in biomanufacturing.
- Students need to complete Certificate course requirements before transfering to the A.S. programs.
- Strong connections to industry. Majority of students are able to find a job right after they graduate.
- Students can transfer to the Northeastern University College for Professional Studies to complete a 4-year degree.
- Transfer to the UMASS system is possible but may requires additional coursework. Check with the Transfer Office early!
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Biotechnology Technician
ExploreMiddlesex Community College
Certificate
RequiredFor-credit academic internship at a local industry site.
- This Program is 3 semesters long; semester 3 is an academic internship.
- Focus areas include: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), microbiology, cell culture.
- 99% of students transfer from this Certificate to the Associate degree program.
- Certificate Program is a pre-requisite for enrolling into the Associate degree program.
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Lab Technician
ExploreNorth Essex Community College
Lab Technician Certificate
- 2 semesters if full-time.
- For students or professionals interested in retraining or obtaining additional training in basic lab skills and some instrumentation used in the biotech industry
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Laboratory Science
ExploreNorth Essex Community College
Associate of Applied Science
- Laboratory intensive coursework.
- Includes more chemistry than other programs.
- Students planning to transfer need to pick electives carefully and check with the Transfer Office early to find out which credits will be applied to their 4-year program.

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