Postgraduate

Master of Bioinformatics

Develop in demand computational and data analysis skills to manage and interpret the flood of new information being discovered in the fields of biology and medicine.
1.5-2
Years Full Time

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Student Central

The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009

Telephone

131 UWA (131 892)

International

(+61 8) 6488 1000

Hours

8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday - Friday

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Career Pathways

There is a growing demand for individuals who have practical experience of bioinformatics, with opportunities in academia, consulting and the private sector.

Careers:

  • Bioinformatician
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Analyst

There is a growing demand for individuals who have practical experience of bioinformatics, with opportunities in academia, consulting and the private sector.

Careers:

  • Bioinformatician
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Analyst

Further Study

Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research.
Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.

Find out more information about tuition fees, or visit the fee calculator for a more accurate cost.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$48,100.00
2025
$50,700.00

Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.

Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—

(a) a Bachelor of Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and

(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and

(c) successfully completed prior tertiary study in—biological, medical, biomedical, or biomolecular sciences; or in a related cognate discipline as recognised by UWA.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

Develop in demand computational and data analysis skills to manage and interpret the flood of new information being discovered in the fields of biology and medicine.

About the course


Bioinformatics is the application and development of methods from computer science to solve challenges within molecular biology and medicine. With rapid data and technology advances in the fields of biology and medicine, people with the skills required to manage and interpret large biological datasets are increasingly in demand.
Master of Bioinformatics

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Please refer to the UWA Handbook.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 70550
CRICOS code
  • 103500A
Master of Bioinformatics
Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Please refer to the UWA Handbook.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 70550
CRICOS code
  • 103500A
Full time/part time duration
  • 1.5-2 years

Course Structure

We offer postgraduate degrees designed to help you develop a thorough understanding of a chosen subject area, diversify your educational background or obtain specific vocational training.

Why study this course?

  • UWA has built strong links with industries and professional networks to increase your career opportunities upon graduation
  • Learn from internationally leading bioinformatics experts across the biomedical, environment and agricultural bioinformatics fields
  • The course provides the essential skills for employment in applied bioinformatics or to undertake further bioinformatics research

You'll learn

  • Practical skills in biological data management and analysis
  • The application of high performance computing to advance our understanding of biology
  • The diverse applications of bioinformatics across the biomedical, agricultural and environmental fields
  • In demand skills which are applied to biology but also transferrable to diverse computational and data analytical fields
Ranked 1st in Australia and 24th in the world for Biological Sciences (gras 2024)
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Flexibility

We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.

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