Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Bioinformatics)

UNSW Sydney

Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00098G

Bioinformatics mixes our core computing and mathematics courses with life sciences, including biology, chemistry and genetics. The field largely involves the analysis of genes and proteins to propose cures and solutions in biomedical and environmental sciences, through computer analysis rather than laboratory experimentation.

Structure

Students must complete 60 days of Industrial Training and a total of 168 units of credit.

Subjects

  • Computing
  • Maths
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biology

Standard entry requirements

  • Year 12 or equivalent
  • Assumed Knowledge: HSC Mathematics Extension 1 and Chemistry

Recognition

Engineers Australia.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Kensington Yes
  • Full-time : 4 years

Further information

In addition to computing careers, graduates work in biosciences, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, and all industries requiring data analysis. Some of the industries that students can also work in: Bioinformatic, Pharmaceutical, Agrotech, Banking and finance, Big data, Consulting, Development, Digital services, Education, Health, I.T., Logistics, Research, Software engineering, Computer Security plus many others!

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