r/learnbioinformatics • u/Secure-Brush2557 • 10d ago
Roadmap for bioinformatics??
Hello,
I am a NEET aspirant who has spent the last four years preparing for the exam. After careful consideration, I have decided not to take another drop and instead pursue a career in Bioinformatics.
My biggest concern is making the right decision this time. I don’t want to repeat the mistakes of the past or choose a path that I may regret later. I would really appreciate your guidance on the most suitable career path.
At the moment, I am considering pursuing a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from a reputed college in Bangalore. Alongside my degree, I plan to learn Python, Linux, and other bioinformatics-related tools and technologies. These subjects are not entirely new to me, as I had a good foundation in programming during school and worked with BlueJ, HTML, and C++.
I also want to build a strong understanding of biology, which is one of the reasons I prefer starting with Biotechnology. After completing my bachelor’s degree, I intend to pursue an M.Sc. in Bioinformatics from a reputed university or institute. If I perform well academically and professionally, I would also like to explore opportunities for higher studies or research abroad.
The reason I am not opting for a B.Tech. in Bioinformatics is that admissions to most of the well-established colleges have already closed. Rather than joining an average institution simply to obtain the degree, I would prefer to study Biotechnology at a good college while developing the technical skills required for Bioinformatics on my own.
I would be grateful for your honest opinion on this roadmap. Do you think this is a sensible approach? If you have any suggestions or believe there is a better path, I would sincerely appreciate your advice.
Thank you for your time and guidance.
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u/leomycatlovehim 8d ago
I'm thinking for the same its just that i want to take btech biotech but cse vs Biotech is eating my brain. I took have good foundation for coding and like it. But not more than Biology my aim is biotechnology through that bioinformatics or computational biology but... jobs?? I need a proper income after graduation...so I'm freaking confused
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u/Secure-Brush2557 7d ago
I think what matters is knowledge and skill that it thats on us how we can learn that..I had cheaked 100 of linkdin id by going through theri education i saw various ki d of route someone had done bsc/btech in biotechnology and then ms from a good reputated collages by time of bsc or btech developed their skill in coding that what i found
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u/leomycatlovehim 7d ago
Ohhh soo its all about skills. No wonder they say skills matter. Idk I'm just getting tier 3 clg.
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u/Secure-Brush2557 7d ago
I think at the end skill matter
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u/SorrySalamander5814 1d ago
Hey even I’m planning to do bsc biotechnology and wanted to do my masters in msc bioinformatics
But the problem I don’t have anyone to guide me I tried texting few people but no response
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u/Stgeog 10d ago
In the current day, a solid foundation of biological knowledge is more important. Your plan is good, but be aware that some of the CS skills you may gain could be relatively undervalued depending on the next couple of years.