If you study Bioinformatics BSc at XJTLU, you can study Bioinformatics BSc (Hons) at the University of Liverpool on the XJTLU 2+2 programme. View other pathway options or see all XJTLU 2+2 programmes.
If you study Bioinformatics BSc at XJTLU, you can study Bioinformatics BSc (Hons) at the University of Liverpool on the XJTLU 2+2 programme. View other pathway options or see all XJTLU 2+2 programmes.
Bioinformatics is an economically important and high-growth sector critical for advancements in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sciences. The University of Liverpool is home to a world-class bioinformatics cluster, where experts in Computing, Computational Biology, Genomics, Systems Biology, and Artificial Intelligence drive cutting-edge research. Our interdisciplinary Bioinformatics BSc offers an exciting opportunity to learn how bioinformatic approaches are making sense of complex biological data to facilitate increased biological knowledge that can solve real-world challenges.
Students will explore a wide range of modules focused on key concepts in molecular biology, computer science, and statistics, with the opportunity to join collaborative research teams in lab- and data-driven research projects. Students will also participate in extracurricular activities, research groups, and innovation hubs fostering leadership and creativity.
The global demand for bioinformatics expertise is expanding rapidly, driven by advancements in genomics, personalised medicine, and big data analytics. Professionals in this field contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in genomics, drug development, and disease prevention, directly improving lives and advancing global health.
Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed.
On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| MOLECULAR SYSTEMS BIOLOGY (BIOS309) | 15 |
| GENOMICS AND EVOLUTION OF MICROBES (BIOS317) | 15 |
| BIOCOMPUTATION (COMP305) | 15 |
| INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF WORK (BIOS302) | 15 |
| RESEARCH PROJECT (BIOS301) | 30 |
| Optional modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURAL BIOLOGY (BIOS311) | 15 |
| DATA MINING AND VISUALISATION (COMP337) | 15 |
| LINEAR STATISTICAL MODELS (MATH363) | 15 |
| BIG DATA ANALYTICS (COMP336) | 15 |
| MEDICAL STATISTICS (MATH364) | 15 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.