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What subjects to take in 1st year if I want to take biotechnology and do bioinformatics in future as career


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kumardurgesh1802 9th Mar, 2025

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:

  1. Core Subjects:

    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Mathematics (important for programming & data analysis)
    • Physics (optional but useful for analytical skills)

  2. 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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Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

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