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Graduate Certificate of Bioinformatics

Postgraduate coursework

Enhanced emphasis on bioinformatics and data science skills will equip you with key capabilities for the data driven science of the future.

Key facts

Duration

One year (part-time only)

Key dates

Direct applications to Deakin for Trimester 2 2025 close 22 June 2025

Current Deakin Students

To access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook

Course overview

Build highly transferrable specialist skills for the future with a Graduate Certificate of Bioinformatics at Deakin. You will develop advanced knowledge in bioinformatics and data science, equipping you for the data-driven science of the future. Gain practical skills that are valuable across various domains such as business analytics and engineering.

Want to apply your passion for science to a career effecting positive change?

Your technical expertise in biotechnology will be complemented by skills in statistical data analysis, computer coding and research, along with a well-developed understanding of the commercial biotechnology environment. These versatile skills will prepare you to thrive across a range of roles. During your studies, you will apply existing analytical tools (bioinformatics) and data resources to solve problems. You will also use computer programming to develop new methods and resources, advancing the field of biotechnology.

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Course structure

To complete the Graduate Certificate of Bioinformatics, you must pass 4 credit points. This includes:

  • DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
  • 4 credit points of core units

Most units are equal to one credit point.

All students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.

Core

Year 1 - Trimester 1

  • Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points)
  • Biostatistics 1
  • Object-Oriented Development

Year 1 - Trimester 2

Intakes by location

The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – Please note that due to Australian Government regulations, student visas to enter Australia cannot be issued to students who enrol in Deakin online.

Workload

You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, site visits and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

Entry requirements

Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements or higher to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.

A combination of qualifications and experience may be deemed equivalent to minimum academic requirements.

Academic requirements

To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • completion of a bachelor degree or higher
  • at least two years' relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)

English language proficiency requirements

To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:

Recognition of prior learning

The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.

You can also refer to the recognition of prior learning (RPL) system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.

Recognition of prior learning may be granted to applicants based on prior studies and/or equivalent industry experience.

Fees and scholarships

Fee information

Estimated tuition fee - (CSP)?
$4,072 - Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)

Learn more about fees.

The available fee places for this course are detailed above. Not all courses at Deakin have Commonwealth supported places available.

The 'Estimated tuition fee' is provided as a guide only and represents the typical tuition fees for students completing this course within the same year they started. The cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the length of your course and any approved Recognition of prior learning you have.

The 'Estimated tuition fee' is calculated by adding together four credit points of study. Four credit points is used as it represents a typical enrolment load for a Graduate Certificate.

Each unit you enrol in has a credit point value. The 'Estimated tuition fee' is calculated by adding together four credit points of a typical combination of units for your course.

You can find the credit point value of each unit under the Unit Description by searching for the unit in the handbook.

Learn more about fees and available payment options.

Scholarship options

A Deakin scholarship might change your life. If you've got something special to offer Deakin – or you just need the financial help to get you here – we may have a scholarship opportunity for you.

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Postgraduate bursary

If you’re a Deakin alumnus commencing a postgraduate award course, you may be eligible to receive a 10% reduction per unit on your enrolment fees.

Learn more about the 10% Deakin alumni discount

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Need more information on how to apply?

For more information on the application process and closing dates, see the How to apply webpage. If you're still having problems, please contact us for assistance.

Pathways

Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate of Bioinformatics you could use the credit points you’ve earned to enter into further study, including:

Graduate Diploma of Biotechnology (S613)
Master of Biotechnology (Professional) (S713) (Advanced Discipline Coursework Pathway only.)

Contact information

Our friendly advisers are available to speak to you one-on-one about your study options, support services and how we can help you further your career.

Careers

Career outcomes

Take the right step toward a rewarding career and graduate with the in-depth scientific knowledge and transferrable technical and commercial skills to build a thriving career in a rapidly growing industry. With a highly relevant and extremely versatile biotechnology qualification, you’ll be uniquely positioned to pursue roles in industry, academic research and government. Opportunities include environmental management, health and infectious disease research, epidemiology, and medical genomics.