Bioinformatics and Biostatistics
€375
Gain core skills and knowledge as you explore how biopharma is innovating and improving patient outcomes through leveraging data and statistics.
Micro-credential
4 weeks
Hybrid - Part-time
5 ECTS
October 2025
About
Discover core concepts and data skills on the Micro-credential in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics from RCSI School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences.
The invention and application of high-throughput technologies in biological and medical research generates significant volumes of data. The requirement for analysis and interpretation of 'big data' has led to a demand for training in data analytics and computational biology. Advances in methodologies in the complementary fields of data analytics and computational biology fundamentally require an in-depth knowledge of both bioinformatics and biostatistics.
On this course you'll uncover the core concepts of bioinformatics and get an an introduction to biostatistics. Explore the origin, retrieval, analysis and interpretation of information contained within biological databases containing protein and DNA sequences, and develop the statistical skills and knowledge to interrogate these data. You'll become empowered with the skills required for the development of new medical technologies/therapeutics by the biopharma and related industries.
This course is delivered through a combination of online learning and in-person attendance at RCSI's Dublin campus, and is a Level 9 award on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
Discover core concepts in bioinformatics and biostatistics
Explore how information is retrieved, analysed, and interpreted
Develop statistical skills and knowledge to interrogate data
Suitable for
This micro-credential is designed for those who hold an undergraduate healthcare degree (pharmacy or medicine) or a primary degree in biological, chemical or mathematical/statistical science, including computer science.
Register your interest
Applications for these programmes are currently closed.
Course information
RCSI's micro-credentials may be stacked to build to a higher award.
We are proud to be a recognised University of the National University of Ireland (NUI).
Recognition by ministries and bodies in other jurisdictions must be determined by the individual applicants.
Admissions
Applicants should have successfully completed an undergraduate healthcare (pharmacy or medicine) degree or a primary degree programme (minimum of a 2.1 honours or equivalent) in a biological, chemical or mathematical/statistical science (including computer science).
In addition, candidates who hold a primary degree, with a second-class grade (H2.2) in a biological, chemical or mathematical/statistical science (including computer science) and with industrial experience will be considered.
Students who successfully secure a place on the programme can apply for a student visa. RCSI can provide a visa letter to support an application for a student visa.
If English is not your native language, an English language qualification is required. English language qualifications include a minimum overall score of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), as per RCSI requirements. More information about English language requirements for Postgraduate study at RCSI.
Fee: €375.
Fees for this micro-credential have been subsidised by the Human Capital Initiative (HCI) Pillar 3 Micro-Credentials Subsidy, funded by the Higher Education Authority (HEA).
Please note
- There is a non-refundable online application fee of €50. Fees can be paid by bank transfer, cheque (made payable to ‘RCSI’) or bank giro. Full details on fee payment will be emailed to you shortly before the commencement of your module.
- Payment is due in full before the start of the module.
How to apply
Applications for these programmes are currently closed.