Computer Science with Biology

I am currently in secondary school and will soon be taking my GCSEs. I have a strong interest in computer science and am hoping to study it at A-level. I also enjoy biology, and I was wondering whether there are courses or degree pathways that combine computer science and biology.
Additionally, what types of careers are available for someone who studies computer science alongside biology?

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CrazyAaron

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Yes, there are definitely lots of pathways and career options that combine computer science and biology.

Bioinformatics - The main field combining CS and biology. It involves using computational tools to analyse biological data, particularly genetics

Computational Biology - Similar to bioinformatics but often with more emphasis on modelling biological systems and processes.

From what I’ve seen, most undergraduate degrees are quite broad and cover a range of topics, although in some years you'll option to pick certain modules that may lean more towards a specific field. This gives you some flexibility to start specialising gradually, and then, of course, the Master's programs are going to be more specialised.