Overview

Modern biology in the postgenomic age is being greatly enriched by the infusion of ideas from computer science, information science, mathematics, systems research and statistics.

In the Bioinformatics BSc program at Carleton University, you will take courses in several areas including bioinformatics, biology, biochemistry and computer science.

Bioinformatics involves the use of techniques from computer science to solve biological problems such as gene identification, protein structure determination, and gene expression profiling. You will take courses in several areas including bioinformatics, biology, biochemistry and computer science.

Future opportunities

By pursuing a degree in Bioinformatics you will be well prepared for direct entry into various careers within the life sciences field. Many of our students go on to careers as biological consultants, wildlife and resource managers, and teachers. Some work as research technologists in a wide range of government and industrial research laboratories.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

Genetics

Cellular Biochemistry

Molecular Genetics

Advances in Molecular Biology

Interdisciplinary Research Project

Physical Biochemistry

Bioinformatics

General Biochemistry

Biophysical Techniques and Applications

Computational Systems Biology

Mutagenesis and DNA Repair

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

20 alternative credits

For 20.0 credit Major degrees, at least 3.0 credits in the major and at the 2000-level or above.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 19 other Bachelors in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

You will need a secondary school or high school graduation certificate. Education should normally consist of a minimum of 12 years of study.

You will need to present transcripts from your senior high school along with your graduation diploma or certificate, and any graduation exam results.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

56274 CAD / year

≈ 56274 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

12623 CAD / year

≈ 12623 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Tuition Fee: 7291 CAD per year

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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