Genomics and Bioinformatics

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BIOL 3029
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Course ID
203044
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the concepts and techniques of genomics and bioinformatics, and how both disciplines may reveal information about biological systems and enable the development of novel therapeutics. Genomics; the human genome project; comparative analyses of genes and proteins; evolution of genomes, sequence analysis; bioinformatics; bioinformatic techniques, algorithms; analysis software; nucleic acid and protein databases; chemical databases; molecular modelling; modelling complex biological processes.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe and explain the theoretical basis and respective roles of genomics and bioinformatics in modern biomedical science
  • Conduct comparative analysis of genetic code and/or proteins to elucidate structure and function
  • Demonstrate application of bioinformatic techniques to answer hypotheses about biological systems
  • Describe how large databases can be used to develop new approaches for solving health problems at a population scale

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Assessment

Assignment, Report, Assignment

Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours)