More industries are embracing genetic technologies. Study bioinformatics and help shape the way we manage our health and environment.
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.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Bioinformatician
- Bioinformatics researcher
- Production bioinformatics engineer
- Research officer
- Red cell reference scientist
- Clinical genetics scientist
Events
See all events
9 June
Master of Physiotherapy information webinar
29 June
Queensland Biology Winter School, Year 12
Stories
See all stories
Uni life
What's it really like to study science at UQ?
9-minute read
Careers
Transform your career with 4 business psychology courses
3-minute read
Uni life
What’s it like to study business psychology as a postgraduate?
5-minute read
Stories
See all storiesUni life
What's it really like to study science at UQ?
9-minute read
Careers
Transform your career with 4 business psychology courses
3-minute read
Uni life
What’s it like to study business psychology as a postgraduate?
5-minute read
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'.
Keep up to date
Sign up to get information about applying and studying at UQ.