Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline

Or 2 years of relevant work experience (e.g., in bioinformatics, IT, data science, biotech)

Minimum GPA: 4.5 on UQ’s 7-point scale

English language proficiency: IELTS overall 6.5

The Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics at UQ is designed for graduates and professionals who wish to build technical bioinformatics expertise or prepare for more advanced postgraduate study, such as the Master of Bioinformatics. Over eight units, students study core courses including Bioinformatics 1: Introduction and Applications of Computational Statistics, supplemented by electives suited to their background. The program provides flexible entry into UQ’s higher bioinformatics programs and equips learners with strong computational and statistical skills tailored for genomics, biotech, research, and pharma sectors.

1. Review UQ’s Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics entry requirements.
2. Prepare your academic transcripts (or resume for relevant work experience).
3. Submit an application through UQ’s online postgraduate admissions portal.
4. Wait for the admission decision.
5. If accepted, enrol in 8 units for the half-year program plan.