Emilie Biondi
is a laboratory management specialist at Tenaya Therapeutics.
Current Topics in the Biosciences gives you an overview of recent research advances, whether you’re applying to grad school, trying to move ahead in your career, or updating your knowledge base. After completing the required course, you can tailor the program's electives to meet your specific career needs.
Online and classroom courses are available in the basic sciences, as well as in specialized topics such as stem cell biology, hematology, genomic medicine, infectious diseases, biostatistics and more. New courses are continually being developed to keep you on top of advancements in this evolving field.
To register for the Advanced Biosciences Program, you must hold one of the following:
If you do not meet these requirements, contact the department for a list of approved coursework to complete before registering for the program. Prerequisites may also be required for specific courses; consult the course catalog for details.
The curriculum comprises 1 required course (2 semester units) and 8 semester units of electives for a total of 10 semester units (150 hours of instruction). Candidates must pay a nonrefundable program registration fee.
You must take all courses for a letter grade. To receive the Award of Completion, you must complete each course with a grade of C or better. All coursework must be completed within five years.
All students in the program must take one required course.
By registering, you declare your intention to complete the curriculum. To register online for the Advanced Biosciences Program, complete these two steps:
You should register for the program before you complete your first course in the curriculum.
Each course is priced individually, and you pay the course fee at the time of enrollment. The program has an estimated cost of $4,200 depending on choice of electives (not including course materials or registration fee). Course fees are subject to change.
Once you have completed the program coursework, notify UC Berkeley Extension that you have completed the curriculum and request your Award of Completion. Send an email to extension-science@berkeley.edu. After your records have been reviewed, verified and approved (usually within two to three weeks), your Award of Completion will be mailed to you.
Online Information Session Video
Find out how UC Berkeley Extension's specialized program can help you advance or start your career in the advanced biosciences. This information session includes an overview presentation and frequently asked questions.