Students may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics program from a range of undergraduate programs, including biology, statistics, mathematics, engineering or computer science. To be considered for admission, applicants should meet the minimum requirements of a four-year degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a minimum 70% average over the last two years of full-time equivalent study and students must have taken at least one course in three or more of the following areas:

• Statistics

• Computer Programming

• Biology

• Mathematics

Applicants should briefly indicate their research interests and, if possible, their preferred advisors.

There is no application deadline, but space in the program is limited. Most spaces are filled in March for entry the following September. Prospective students should check the program website for admission procedures and apply as early as possible.

Students whose first language is not English must provide certification of English proficiency as explained in the Graduate Calendar, Section II. General Regulations, Subsection: Application for Admission.

A total of 2.0 credits are required, which must include:

The advisory committee may require additional courses. An average of 70% or better must be obtained in the prescribed courses. Further information may be obtained from the Director.