• Expertise gained on this course will be an extremely valuable asset as bioinformatics becomes increasingly important in the biosciences.
• The program can give you the computer skills you will need for a bioinformatics career in academia or industry.
• We emphasize hands-on experience, and practical training in bioinformatics methods.
• Many of the facilities are also equipped with high speed internet access for the bioinformatics teaching.

Entry requirements

You can apply for the MSc Bioinformatics if you posses a Bachelor's degree with a mark of 60% or above (or equivalent) in any of the following: biological / biomedical sciences, computer science, information technology, mathematics or statistics.

Applicants with other qualifications and relevant experience will be considered individually by the Admissions Tutor.

English language requirements

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency. The following qualifications and grades will be considered

- GCSE English language grade A-C
- IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in any band)

Other English language tests are accepted. Please contact the International Office for details.

Study routes

• Full-time 1 calendar year

Location(s)

• College Lane Campus