Bachelor of Science (Bioinformatics)
University/Institute: University of Sydney (USyd)
Location: Australia - NSW
Focus: Bioinformatics
Recommended Undergraduate Degrees: None
Degree Offered: BS/BSc/BA/B.Eng (3 years) (Major/Primary Degree)

Key characteristics of program:
Covers Biological Science, Computer Science and Bioinformatic subjects. Optional subjects comprise 20% of course content
Program Goals:
The BSc (Bioinformatics) degree requires students to study both computing and Life Science subjects to an advanced level. If you think you are interested in bioinformatics, but are doubtful about your commitment to both aspects, there are several other degrees to consider at the University of Sydney. If you are interested in biosciences, but not sure if computer science is for you, then enrol in the BSc, BSc (Molecular Biology and Genetics), BSc (Molecular Biotechnology) or BSc (Advanced). If you are interested in computing, but not sure whether you want to apply this knowledge to biosciences you can enrol in the BSc, BSc (Advanced), BSc (Molecular Biology and Genetics) or BCST degree. A student who begins in another program with appropriate subjects may apply to transfer to the BSc (Bioinformatics) after completing first year.

Additional Information
Year Program Established: 1998
Scholarships/assistanceships may be available: Unknown
Type of academic terms: Unknown

Average number of applicants per year: Unknown
Average number of applicants accepted per year: Unknown
Average number of incoming students per year: 16
Average number of graduates per year: 0

Program URL: http://www.science.usyd.edu.au/future/ug/bsc-bio.html
Contact Person: Neville Firth ( nfirth@bio.usyd.edu.au )

Last updated: 24 Oct 2008

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