Sciences, Biotechnology and Mathematics

Whether you're an industry professional or a college graduate preparing for an advanced degree, UC Berkeley Extension has the academic quality you need. Enhance your background in science to prepare for advanced programs in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy or graduate studies. Stay current with the industry's latest developments, and learn practical knowledge on topics of critical importance to life sciences companies. Meet the math and statistics requirements to enter the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley or other M.B.A. programs. Courses in everything from biology, chemistry and physics to analytic geometry, calculus and statistics ensure you find the appropriate education. Most courses are held in Berkeley, San Francisco, Belmont and online. Learn more at a free information session.

Courses Available in

Fundamentals

Professional Development

Intensive Courses for Industry Professionals

Bioscience Essentials for Industry Professionals: An Intensive Seminar

Get a focused introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles of biology in the context of their relevance and application to the bioscience industry. Learn more.

The Drug Development Process: An Intensive Seminar

Get a detailed picture of all aspects of the complex and highly interrelated activities involved in bringing a pharmaceutical discovery to approval and market. Learn more.

Life Sciences Business and Marketing: Their Integral Role for Success

Marketing professionals—as well as scientific, clinical, regulatory and legal professionals—can benefit from this introduction to the business and marketing aspects of the life-sciences industry. Learn more.

Featured Specialized Programs of Study (What is a specialized program of study?)

Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program (EDP 402305)

Get the science education you need for advanced study in medicine and other health professions. The program offers in-depth advising to help you identify the medical or health program that fits your career goals. Tailor a course plan to meet your needs, and prepare an application for further study. Learn more.

Biomedical Sciences (EDP 402404)

Update your previous academic training, learn about current topics in advanced biology and participate in a flexible professional development program that prepares you for career advancement within the biosciences. Learn more.

Regulatory Affairs (EDP 402454)

Regulatory affairs personnel are the first-line assurance that company products and documentation are in accordance with regulatory bodies worldwide. This program provides the training to manage these activities. Learn more.

Learn more about all of UC Berkeley Extension's professional certificates and specialized programs of study.

Information Sessions

Find out how to be your best. Come to a free information session to discover how UC Berkeley Extension can help you achieve your goals. Learn more about courses and programs, meet other prospective students, talk to instructors and staff and ask questions.

Enroll in a free information session, or call (510) 642-4111 to reserve your space.

Resources

Corporate Training in Biotechnology

Boost employee performance and retention with courses relevant to your business. On-site training at your workplace makes Berkeley-quality education convenient and affordable. Or consult with Extension to customize training unique to your company's needs. View the brochure. (PDF)

FREE RCR Training for UC Berkeley Researchers
UC Berkeley Extension and the UC Berkeley Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research are offering free training in the Responsible Conduct of Research, on campus, for individuals supported by NIH funds. Check your eligibility.

Video: The Experimental Man feat. David Ewing Duncan
David Ewing Duncan—chief correspondent for public radio's BioTech Nation, contributor to NPR's Morning Edition, author and director of UC Berkeley's Center for Life Science Policy—gives a fascinating talk on his journey to "physical self-discovery" to see what effects medical technologies will have on individuals, families and cultures. Watch now.

Contact

To contact Sciences and Biotechnology, send an email to science@unex.berkeley.edu or call (510) 643-0598.

To contact Mathematics, send an email to mathstat@unex.berkeley.edu or call (510) 642-1061.