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Major

Bioinformatics

Bachelors of Economics / Science
Overview Study details

Equip yourself for a career in computational modelling and intelligent systems involving big data.

Discover how to translate complex biological data into meaningful information.

Focus on either the computational concepts for solving problems in the biological sciences or on understanding the fundamental challenges facing biologists.

Develop your knowledge and gain skills in:

  • computer science
  • genomics
  • proteomics
  • molecular biology
  • machine learning
  • statistics
  • data management.

You’ll learn to apply this knowledge to new innovations or discoveries.

Combine bioinformatics with other subjects to solve interdisciplinary problems in the life sciences.

A worldwide shortage of trained bioinformaticians and computational biologists means you'll be in high demand for your interdisciplinary skills.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for biological sciences

QS World University Rankings 2025

2 in Australia for biological sciences

QS World University Rankings 2025

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
  • Clinical genetics scientist
  • Research officer
  • Red cell reference scientist
  • Geneticist
  • Research scientist
  • Biostatistician
  • Clinical data manager

Average annual salary range

Data Scientist

$115–$135K

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Average annual salary range

Technical Writer

$90K–$110K

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Next steps after graduation

As industries are moving more deeply into genetic technologies, the demand for bioinformaticians is expanding.

When you graduate, you'll be in high demand by employers for your advanced technical, communication, independent thinking and problem-solving skills.

You’ll be equipped to work in pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology companies, research organisations and governments.

Find out more about careers that started in science

Ralph Patrick

I really enjoy being in the field of bioinformatics, where you get to be at the intersection of biology and computer science.

Ralph Patrick
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Bioinformatics)
Ralph Patrick

I really enjoy being in the field of bioinformatics, where you get to be at the intersection of biology and computer science.

Ralph Patrick
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Bioinformatics)

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Work placements
  • Research experience
  • Laboratory work

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Bioinformatics 1: Introduction
  • Bioinformatics 2: Development & Research
  • Introduction to Software Engineering
  • Genes, Cells & Evolution

See courses and program structure

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