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    Master of Bioinformatics
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    Master of Bioinformatics

    University of Queensland

    University of Queensland

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    Australia, Brisbane

    University RankQS Ranking
    41

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    108891G

    Campuses

    St Lucia

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines23-Feb-2026
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    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 54,096  / year(s)
    Next Intake 23-Feb-2026

    Master of Bioinformatics

    About

    Capitalise on the expanding demand for bioinformaticians with an interdisciplinary skill-set that will make you employable anywhere in the world.

    The program is designed for graduates who wish to increase their technical and research skills in core areas of bioinformatics, update their knowledge of recent technologies and methodologies, and obtain practical laboratory and computational skills through immersion in a research laboratory.

    Select from more than 20 courses, allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals.

    You'll also have the opportunity to complete an independent research project, which will increase your technical and research skills.

    As industries are moving more deeply into genetic technologies, the demand for bioinformaticians is expanding. This program will prepare you for a highly rewarding career in a variety of organisations, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, research organisations and government.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    None of the above

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Career

    Career possibilities

    Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

    • Bioinformatician
    • Data scientist
    • Data analyst
    • Biostatistician
    • Clinical data manager
    • Geneticist
    • Medical writer
    • Technical writer
    • Research scientist
    • Software/database programmer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 54,096 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of Queensland

    Master of Bioinformatics

    University of Queensland

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    Brisbane

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