Bioinformatics

Programme overview

The study programme provides basic knowledge and skills in mathematics, computer science and natural sciences, enabling graduates to work in the field of information technology, especially in the institutes and enterprises specialising in analysis and application of biological data and biotechnologies. The study programme is conducted with the participation of teachers and researchers of Faculties of Mathematics and Informatics, Life Sciences Center and research institutes.

Why choose this programme?

• The programme consists of combination of course units in mathematics, computer science and life sciences, developing skills to apply mathematical methods and information technologies for the exploration of biological data;
• The programme provides the skills of how to use different mathematical models and programming in various languages;
• Practical data analysis is a big part of this programme;
• The students are given the opportunity to have a practical experience at the companies, science labs or at the state organisations in Lithuania or abroad during the study period.