Welcome to the Biosciences Department at UCSC Extension
UCSC Extension offers a full complement of bioscience programs and classes designed to meet the needs of Bay Area companies and new and experienced industry professionals. Taught by experts from Silicon Valley's thriving biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors, our courses offer participants the knowledge base, industry perspectives and important connections needed to enhance careers and expand opportunities.
Whether you are interested in learning about the scientific, clinical, computational, regulatory or business aspects of the bioscience field, UCSC Extension can help you excel in this dynamic industry. |
|
Featured courses
Basic Science and Discovery Research

Experimental Methods in Molecular Biology
Course #1912-032; Starts June 25
Data Analysis and Modeling for Bioinformatics
Course #1032-032; Starts July 7
Immunology, Principles
Course #2257-017; Starts July 7
Pharmacology, Principles
Course #5596-011 ;Starts July 8
Clinical

Preparing for FDA Inspections and Conducting Sponsor Audits
Course #5168-015; June 13 and 14
Medical/Clinical Terminology
Course #2928-50; June 28
Electronic Records and Signatures: From 21 CFR Part 11 to HIPAA
Course #19362-004; July 11 and 12
Regulatory

Value-Added Quality Audits
Course #19073-004; Starts May 28
Regulatory Intelligence
Course #20341-002; Starts June 3
Regulatory Submissions: Drugs and Biologics
Course #19067-005; Starts July 1
Good Manufacturing Practices
Course #6328-016 ; Starts July 7
Medical Writing
Course #4451-008 ; Starts July 9
Business

Intellectual Property Rights in the Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Industries
Course #1942-013; June 13 and 14
Bioscience Business Development: Building Value
Course #19001-006; June 26 and 27
Downloads
|
 |
stay connected
In the Bay Area bioscience industry, what you know and who you know are everything. UCSC Extension´s bioscience courses help you stay knowledgeable and connected. Here are other ways you can expand your network.
Featured local organization:
Bio2Device Group is a peer organization for Bay Area professionals experienced in the biotech, medical device, pharmaceutical, and diagnostics industries. It provides information, education, and networking opportunities for its members. The Bio2Device Group meets most Tuesdays starting at 8:30 AM and has periodic evening meetings.
Other networking organizations of interest:

|