Master of Science - Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics is the application of information technology to the field of biology. The goal of
bioinformatics is to understand complex biological data and processes by developing and applying advanced
computational techniques such as data mining and machine learning, biostatistics, molecular and systems
modelling, and visualisation.
This stream will provide students with a broad education in bioinformatics and significant experience
in a specific area of bioinformatics. Students will have the ability to undertake independent research in
bioinformatics with the potential to progress to a PhD degree.
Course structure
The Master of Science - Bioinformatics comprises a first year of three alternative streams, depending on each student's prior
foundation discipline/s at undergraduate level. The second year elaborates on advanced analysis techniques and includes a significant
research project.
Delivery mode and duration
This is a 2 year full-time course, and is also available part-time. All program subjects are delivered on-campus (Parkville).
Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with a major in an appropriate discipline with at least an H3 (65%) average in the major or equivalent.
Appropriate disciplines include:
- biology and biomedicine
- mathematics and statistics
- computer science
Students should also have a background in mathematics and computing equivalent to the completion of at least one
semester of university level study in mathematics and one semester of university level study in programming.
Scholarships
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Victorian Life Sciences Computing Initiative (VLSCI) and the Walter & Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI) will be offering a number of $5000 scholarships for students undertaking the Master of Science - Bioinformatics. Selection for these scholarships will be based on academic merit and open to all applicants into this stream.
How to apply
How to apply for Science graduate course programs.
Contact details
The Melbourne Graduate School of Science
The University of Melbourne
Tel: +61 3 8344 6404
Fax: +61 3 8344 5804
CRICOS Code 062189B