Masters Degree: Science: Bioinformatics and Computational Molecular Biology
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About this qualification
This is an advanced master's-level qualification in bioinformatics and computational molecular biology, situated within the Physical Sciences field at NQF level 9 and carrying 120 credits. It is intended to reflect postgraduate study that connects biological or molecular questions with computational and scientific approaches. The available information does not provide enough detail to describe its specific subjects, research components or learning activities.
Who might consider this qualification?
People considering advanced postgraduate study in bioinformatics, computational molecular biology or related physical-science areas might consider this qualification. Prospective learners should confirm that their prior qualifications and experience meet the provider's requirements, as these are not specified here.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, research or technically focused pathways related to bioinformatics and computational molecular biology. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Applying computational thinking to molecular or biological questions
- Working with scientific and biological information using quantitative or computational approaches
- Developing advanced postgraduate capability in bioinformatics and computational molecular biology
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Masters Degree: Science: Bioinformatics and Computational Molecular Biology
- SAQA ID
- 22015
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Physical Sciences
- Originator
- Rhodes University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's admission requirements, including any prior qualification or subject prerequisites.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach, research or project expectations, study format and any workplace or laboratory requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 22015, NQF level and credit value directly with the provider before making payment or enrolling.