Code that solves real
biological problems
Empowering biology, biochemistry, and microbiology students in Nigeria with Python programming to tackle local scientific and health challenges.
Our Services
Everything you need
to start coding for science.
Pythonic Curriculum
A biology-first Python curriculum covering data analysis, visualization, sequence processing, and scientific computing for local research problems.
Intensive Bootcamps
Hands-on, intensive training designed to build practical Python skills through real-world biology projects, data analysis, and scientific problem-solving.
Cloud-Based Resources
Pre-configured Google Colab notebooks designed for low-bandwidth access, so students can run code and analyze data from any device.
Mission
Building the next generation of computational biologists in Nigeria.
We believe the students who understand local diseases, ecosystems, and public health systems are best placed to solve them. BioCode Nigeria bridges the gap between life sciences and programming, giving students the tools to analyze data, model biological systems, and build solutions for their communities.
Curriculum
From the first line of code to real research output.
Our curriculum is designed for biology and chemistry students, not computer science majors. Every lesson connects code to a scientific question.
01
Python Foundations for Scientists
Variables, loops, functions, and file handling are taught with biological examples from day one.
02
Data Analysis with Pandas
Clean, transform, and analyze epidemiological and lab datasets using real Nigerian sample data.
03
Bioinformatics with Biopython
Parse FASTA files, align sequences, and explore local pathogen genomes programmatically.
04
Data Visualization
Create publication-ready charts and dashboards with Matplotlib and Seaborn for research communication.
05
Cloud Workflows on Google Colab
Run notebooks, share reproducible analyses, and collaborate without installing software locally.
06
Capstone Research Project
Apply your skills to a local health or biology challenge, mentored by computational biology experts.
Ready to start your bio-coding journey?
An intensive, hands-on program designed for Nigerian undergraduates and graduates in the life sciences. No prior programming experience required.
Start date
October 2026
Format
Hybrid-Online
8 weeks of live, project-based instruction
Weekly Google Colab labs and assignments
Mentorship from computational biology professionals
Secure your spot
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applicants receive priority access to mentorship and project datasets.
Learn on Google Colab, from any device.
Our teaching notebooks run entirely in the browser. Students do not need a powerful laptop or expensive software licenses. We optimize every notebook for low bandwidth and mobile data connections, so learning can happen anywhere in Nigeria.
