Advanced Bachelor of Bioinformatics |
| University/Institute: Howest, University of Applied Sciences (HOWEST) |
| Location: Belgium - Bruges |
| Focus: Bioinformatics |
| Recommended Undergraduate Degrees: None |
| Degree Offered: BS/BSc/BA/B.Eng (1 year)BS/BSc/BA/B.Eng (Major/Primary Degree) |
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Key characteristics of program:
Bioinformatics is a new and spectacular field that uses methods from informatics to store and process molecular biological information (DNA, proteins, functions). In bioinformatics, molecular biology is combined with informatics and programming. A bioinformatics scientist is capable of retrieving the necessary information from databases and of using these to make predictions. He will play an important role in the development of new medicines in the field of cancer, Alzheimer, … |
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Program Goals:
In the course of the bioinformatics training programme, 3 roles are covered, viz. the role of programmer, the role of informatics scientist and the role of bioinformatics scientist. You learn several programming languages like PHP, Python and R and you use the most relevant databases of which you learn to process and interpret the data. During the program there is a special emphasis on standard and essential tools, both in a Windows and in a Linux environment. During the traineeship (without bachelor test) a fourth role is addressed, the role of the New Young Professional, in which the more generic competences of a bachelor (such as team player, communicator …) are pursued. |
| Additional Information |
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Year Program Established: 2007
Average number of applicants per year: 35 |
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