Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics
Duration: 2 Year(s)
The University of Queensland, School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences, Brisbane
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Course TypeCertificate
Course Specialty
Bioinformatics
Overview
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.
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
At Your Own
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
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
Minimum Education
Bachelor Degree
Admission Process:
- Review UQ’s Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics entry requirements.
- Prepare your academic transcripts (or resume for relevant work experience).
- Submit an application through UQ’s online postgraduate admissions portal.
- Wait for the admission decision.
- If accepted, enrol in 8 units for the half-year program plan.
