Master of Bioinformatics

Masters (Coursework)

Capitalise on the expanding demand for bioinformaticians with an interdisciplinary skill-set that will make you employable anywhere in the world.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

1.5 years full-time

Course Code

5542, 076217K

Intake Months

Feb

International Fees

$41,040 per year / $61,560 total

About this course

The Master of Bioinformatics is designed for biological sciences, computing and mathematics graduates who wish to increase their technical and research skills in core areas of bioinformatics, update their knowledge of recent technologies and methodologies, and obtain practical laboratory and computational skills through immersion in a research laboratory.

For your 1.5 years of full-time studies, you'll select from over 20 courses, allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals.

You'll also have the opportunity to complete an independent research project on campus or in industry, which will increase your technical and research skills.

As industries are moving more deeply into genetic technologies, the demand for bioinformaticians is expanding. This program will prepare you for a highly rewarding career in a variety of organisations, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, research organisations and government.

Study locations

St Lucia

What you will learn

Program highlights

Gain advanced expertise in computational statistics, software engineering, data mining and genome informatics.
Learn from academics who are leading researchers in their fields.
Engage in laboratory research across disciplines such as neuroscience, medicine and agriculture.
Take advantage of links to industry, government and academic institutions in Australia and overseas.

1 in Australia for biotechnology

Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019

9 in the world for biotechnology