What subjects to take in 1st year if I want to take biotechnology and do bioinformatics in future as career
Hello there,
If you want to pursue Biotechnology and later specialize in Bioinformatics , choose subjects that build a strong foundation in both fields. In 1st year , take:
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Core Subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics (important for programming & data analysis)
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Physics (optional but useful for analytical skills)
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Recommended Electives:
- Computer Science (for coding & algorithms)
- Statistics (essential for data analysis in bioinformatics)
Focus on learning
Python, R, or Java
for bioinformatics applications.
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