Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Bioinformatics in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
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Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
40,900
(c. USD54,572.87)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Bioinformatics is a multidisciplinary domain that creates techniques and digital solutions for analyzing biological information.
This scientific field bridges multiple disciplines to examine and manage biological datasets, integrating:
computing technology
information science
statistical/mathematical approaches
engineering principles
The focus lies on utilizing elements from these fields to effectively investigate biological systems - emphasizing the BIO in bioinformatics.
The Bioinformatics Master's program aims to provide students with comprehensive biological knowledge while teaching them to apply and design techniques for processing massive datasets from high-throughput 'omics' technologies, whether they involve proteins or genetic material.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological sciences. You must have a strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry or related sciences and some experience of computer science and mathematics, especially if your interests include learning about the application of machine learning based tools.
IELTS Academic - total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition) - total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
IELTS Academic - total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition) - total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
Tuition
GBP
40,900