MSc Bioinformatics in Bradford United Kingdom | University of Bradford

University of Bradford | Bradford United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 24,180
(c. USD32,263.37)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Bioinformatics integrates expertise from multiple fields including biology, computer science, mathematics, and statistics to process and understand extensive biological datasets. The Bioinformatics course at Bradford incorporates hands-on experimental methods that enhance standard data collection approaches across diverse research contexts. The curriculum offers foundational instruction in bioinformatics fundamentals before progressing to sophisticated skills needed for extensive data analysis and management, encompassing command-line programming and the Galaxy platform. A distinctive aspect of Bradford's MSc program is its combination of theoretical bioinformatics education with practical laboratory skills frequently employed in biomedical research. This approach equips students with expertise in genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, and metagenomics, preparing them to utilize bioinformatics methods in various professional settings focused on enhancing human health, whether in commercial enterprises or medical institutions.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

2:2 or above in any aspect of the Biological Sciences or Biosciences or related Life Sciences courses.

A medical degree would also be appropriate.

For students whose first language is not English a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score at 6.0 or the equivalent is required, with a minimum score of 5.5 in any sub-unit.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
This is administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service) in the USA. You will need to achieve an overall score of at least 80*, and sub-tests not less than 18 in Reading, 17 in Writing, 17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking if you require a Student Visa.

Tuition GBP 24,180

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