Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PGDip 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
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
40,900
(c. USD54,572.87)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
9 months
Bioinformatics is a multidisciplinary domain focused on creating techniques and computational tools to analyze biological information.
This scientific field integrates various approaches to examine and manage biological datasets, merging:
computer science
information technology
statistical/mathematical analysis
engineering principles
The core focus involves utilizing these diverse fields to effectively investigate biological systems - truly 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 methodologies for interpreting massive datasets produced by modern '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