| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Cannabis Applied Science program at Fanshawe College is a one-year graduate certificate designed for science graduates. The program focuses on analytical chemistry, cannabis crop science, and microbiology, preparing students for careers in product development and quality assurance in the growing cannabis industry. Graduates develop specialized knowledge and skills for roles such as formulation chemist and processing technician, and gain scientific communication and project management abilities for workplace success.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Cannabis Applied Science program is a one-year graduate certificate program designed for students with a background in science. Students will study analytical chemistry techniques, cannabis crop science, and microbiology. This program focuses on new product development and quality assurance while taking place in cutting-edge labs to prepare you for a career in this growing industry.
Careers:
Students in Fanshawe's Cannabis Applied Science program develop specialized knowledge, skills and abilities preparing students to work in a variety of roles in the rapidly growing cannabis industry, including product development, quality assurance, formulation chemist and processing technician. In addition to opening the door for an array of career opportunities, graduates can leverage the scientific communication and project management skills learned through the program in a workplace environment.