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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics is designed for graduates and experienced professionals who want to build advanced capability in bioinformatics to tackle scientific problems. You’ll develop foundations across computing, statistics and biology, then progress to advanced study in a chosen specialty, strengthening your ability to work as a data-minded scientist using best-practice bioinformatics methods in professional settings. The programme deepens expertise in software architecture, data systems, and emerging technologies for advanced IT leadership.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles applying computational and statistical approaches to biological and health data across research, industry and government. Career paths may include bioinformatician, data scientist or analyst, biostatistician, clinical data manager, geneticist, research scientist, technical/medical writer, or software/database programmer. This graduate diploma supports progression into specialist bioinformatics work and further study in computing-focused life sciences.
Living Costs in Brisbane**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314 |
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