Overview

The Master of Bioinformatics program from The University of Western Australia provides the essential skills for employment in applied bioinformatics or to undertake further bioinformatics research.

Key facts

The recent explosion of data and technology is rapidly changing the study and application of biology and medicine.

This applies to advances in genetics and genomics as well as the huge diversity of phenotypic data being generated, related to everything from crop performance, the environment through to drug design and understanding and finding cures for human disease.

There is a huge demand for individuals who have the skills to manage and interpret this flood of information. The field of bioinformatics has grown and evolved to meet this demand.

Bioinformatics is a broad field, working across technologies with applied biological outcomes. Here the course provides the foundation in these broad areas of biology, with options to focus on the specific interests of the student, whether this be biomedical, environmental or agricultural.

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

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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Studies in Genetics and Genomics

Advanced Genomics Techniques

Collecting, Analysing and Interpreting Big Data in Biology

Bioinformatics and Data Analysis for Genomics

Data Management and Analysis in the Natural Sciences

Advanced Bioinformatics and Data Analysis for Genomics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-02-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Credits

72 alternative credits

96 credits with conversion units

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 28 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE 103500A

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

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

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

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

Tuition Fee

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International

48100 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 48100 AUD per year during 18 months.
National

9846 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9846 AUD per year during 18 months.

Commonwealth Supported Place for domestic students.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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.

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