Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Bioinformatics)

About the course

This Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Bioinformatics) combines engineering design with computing and biological data analysis to develop solutions for health, genomics and life-science applications. You’ll build foundations in engineering and programming, then specialise in bioinformatics methods for analysing complex biological datasets and developing tools and systems. Graduates complete an honours-level engineering qualification in bioinformatics. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles applying computational and engineering approaches to biological and medical data, such as bioinformatics engineer, data analyst (genomics/health), software or systems engineer in life sciences, and research or laboratory informatics support. Opportunities exist in biotech and pharma, hospitals and medical research institutes, genomics services, and health/technology companies. Career pathways align with an honours-level engineering degree in bioinformatics.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)