Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics at University of Queensland is designed for graduates in science, IT, engineering or an approved discipline, or experienced professionals, who wish to develop and effectively use best bioinformatics practice to solve scientific problems. It will also help provide a preparation for entry into a Higher Degree by Research program.

For your half year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) studies, you'll benefit from advanced courses providing you with specialised knowledge together with valuable skills associated with your selected areas of study.

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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts in Bioinformatics

Applications of Computational Statistics

Web Information Systems

Proteins and Nucleic Acids
Data Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

8 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 29 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Australia

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 077533A

Bachelor degree in Science, IT, Engineering or an approved discipline, with UQ or equivalent GPA of 4.5 or above on a 7 point scale; or

5 years of work experience in the same discipline.

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
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

23600 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23600 AUD per year during 6 months.
National

4090 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4090 AUD per year during 6 months.

Living costs for Brisbane

1402 - 2528 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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