Vision
The Bioinformatics program in the faculty of computer and information sciences aims to be a distinguished leader and a role model in the field of Bioinformatics inside Egypt particularly and at the international level in general, and that’s through providing society with Bioinformatics graduates that are able to contribute to its development and achieve its aspirations.
Mission
Preparing a distinguished graduate in the field of bio-information technology who has the knowledge, skills and experience that qualifies him to compete in the local, regional and international labor market to develop society and solve its problems by deepening scientific awareness and applied research for the use of bio-information technology techniques in various fields in a way that is compatible with the needs of integrated development and Sustainable, and establishing local and international partnerships with relevant authorities to raise and develop competencies to ensure their compliance with the quality standards required locally, regionally and internationally.
Aim
The BSc in Bioinformatics Technology (BIO) program, validated at Ain Shams University’s Faculty of Computer and Information Sciences in 2007, aims to graduate skilful specialists, who are capable of utilizing and developing new technologies in advanced bioinformatics areas, with solid understanding of exploring, analysing and interpreting contemporary biological data. The program provides the student with both breadth and depth of knowledge in the concepts and techniques related to the design, programming, and application of Bioinformatics. The BIO program is designed to allow the student to use a mix of theory, experimentation, and computer modelling. Theorists explain things using mathematical models, such as partial differential equations. Experimentalists measure natural phenomena and collect and analyze the resulting experimental data. Computer modelers develop computer programs that produce synthetic data, which can then be collected and analyzed. These enable graduates to integrate theory and practice and prepare them for lifelong learning that will enable them to move beyond today’s technology to meet the challenges of the present and future market needs.
Program Goals
- Provide the interdisciplinary practical skills and knowledge of computational and statistical biosciences to prepare them for challenging careers in academic research, biotechnology, the pharmaceutical and health care industries.
- Introduce the commonly exploited computational, statistical and analytical approaches to post genomic biology and genetics.
- Develop skills to understand and critically evaluate research methodologies and conclusions in order that they can make sound judgments about the applicability of these techniques to their own research.
- Develop competency in both the design and analysis of studies and the effective extraction of information in genetics, genomics and other biosciences coupled with the ability to communicate the information, results, issues and ideas to audiences of both a specialist and non-specialist background.
- Prepare and provide guidance to perform an original piece of research within the specialist area in which they wish to pursue their career.
- Strengthen the ability to take the initiative and responsibility for planning and carrying out tasks and demonstrate original thought in tackling and solving problems as would be necessary in employment.
- Display professional and ethical responsibilities and contextual understanding.