The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) (Bioinformatics)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Gain specialised knowledge in statistics, data management, computer programming, genomics and molecular biology. You’ll apply your scientific expertise and technical skills to translate complex biological data into meaningful information. Your insights may lead to new innovations or discoveries. Studying bioinformatics will prepare you for a career as a bioinformatician, clinical data manager, geneticist, research scientist or biomedical computer scientist.

Delivery mode

The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Prerequisites

Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent):

  • General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
  • Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
  • Two of Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Specialist Mathematics or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C), at least one of which must be Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

93

Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)

37

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $35,356 $192,640 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$35,356
Standard Tuition:
$192,640
Full Fee Tuition:
$35,356
Full Fee Tuition:
$192,640
Enquire with The University of Queensland to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $35,356 $192,640 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) (Bioinformatics) will prepare you for the following roles.

Bioinformatician

A Bioinformatician analyses biological data using computational techniques. You might work in research institutions, universities, or healthcare fa...

Avg yearly income $78,780
Entry barriers Low

Bioinformatics Engineer

A Bioinformatics Engineer develops software tools and algorithms to analyse and interpret complex biological data. You might work in research insti...

Avg yearly income $86,788
Entry barriers Low

Research Officer

Research Officers conduct research projects for organisations then translate the new information and knowledge into meaningful data that can be app...

Avg yearly income $92,976
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.

Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.

At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.