Applied Bioinformatics is an applied discipline that provides support in analyzing and interpreting data from an array of disciplines such as genetics, molecular biology, chemistry, etc., thus contributing to solving pressing problems related to human health and the environment alike.
Entry Requirements
You should be at least 17 years of age in January of the year of entry.
You must have a Secondary/High School Diploma, with good grades in English and Mathematics and at least 4 other subjects, on average + 60%.
Some courses have special entry requirements, which you should check under the course details.
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first or native language then you will need to complete an English Language exam, for example, an IELTS or TOEFL exam, in order to be considered for admission to a course in WIT.
What is a career in Bioinformatics?
The Bioinformatics career focuses on creating software tools to store, manage, interpret, and analyze data at the genome, proteome, transcriptome, and metabolome levels. Primary investigations consist of integrating information from DNA and protein sequences and protein structure and function.
What jobs can you get with bioinformatics?
Bioinformatics Scientist.
Research Scientist.
Biostatistician.
Microbiologist.
Bioinformatician.
Zoologist or Wildlife Biologist.
Molecular Biologist.