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Natural Sciences
Biotechnology
BSc Bioinformatics
3 years
€140 - 2924 pa
Programme profile
Bioinformatics is now a widely established discipline with universally recognized skills and demands in national and international markets. Developed originally from the sequencing of genomes, it is now part of the basic research in genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine. It deals mainly with:
- mathematical-statistical models useful for the analysis and interpretation of biomolecular experimental data. The most relevant aspect is the need to integrate very large amounts of data (big data) from extremely heterogeneous sources ("omics" technologies) to identify the "key" elements underlying a specific biological process of interest to the doctor /biologist.
- computational models and methods for the analysis of biological sequences and gene expression data (genome, transcriptome, proteome, epigenetic profiles, post-transcriptional and post-translational modifications, genomic localization of proteins, genetic polymorphisms, RNA / DNA editing, etc.) in order to identify phylogenetic specificities / analogies and relevant mutations, for example, for the diagnosis and personalized medical therapy (tumors, vaccines, genetic diseases).
- Organisation integrated archives with analysis platforms for better use and presentation of biomolecular data
- Analysis and prediction of the structural and functional aspects of macromolecules and their interactions with ligands and drugs.
This "new alliance" between information technology (bioinformatics), biology, chemistry and medicine appears to be of great strategic importance to respond to the challenges presented by the overwhelming development of biomolecular technologies.
Tuition Fees fixed with reference to family income
Entry Requirements
Three A-levels
Six passes at Leaving Certifcate, in 2 x H5
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11 July
14 September
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