Glasgow,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Bioinformatics in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
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Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
31,860
(c. USD42,510.8)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Bioinformatics combines biology, computer science, and statistics, applying these fields to organismal studies, molecular biology, and biomedical research. This program emphasizes computational approaches to extract meaningful patterns from DNA, RNA, and protein sequences, along with molecular-level data management, exploration, interpretation, and visualization—essential components of contemporary biological science.
Learn directly from pioneering researchers while gaining hands-on laboratory experience during an immersive summer research project.
The curriculum prioritizes mastering fundamental concepts in applied bioinformatics and functional genomics before applying this knowledge through specialized elective courses in the second semester and a summer research initiative. Recognized by the Royal Society of Biology for partially fulfilling academic and professional requirements.
Develops both computational proficiency and biological research skills relevant to bioinformatics and functional genomics.
Hosted within the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences, renowned for its groundbreaking work in functional genomics and systems biology—an exceptional setting for professional development. Acquire practical expertise in handling extensive molecular datasets, with second-semester courses structured around authentic research cases that demonstrate methodology selection and analytical workflow design.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Normally an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. Applicants with a lower second-class Honours degree in a relevant subject will be considered on a case by case basis.
Relevant degree subjects are:
all biology degrees with a substantial molecular biology or genetics component.
other biology degrees with at least some molecular biology.
computing science, software engineering or IT.
mathematics or statistics (with evidence of experience in computer programming).
other physical sciences subjects with either evidence of experience in computer programming or evidence of a strong background in molecular biology.
For all other degree backgrounds, please consult the programme director for advice before applying.
You do not need to have previous experience in computer programming, but you should be numerate as part of the programme is spent learning programming and many of the courses involve statistical analysis. We may admit you if your background is outside molecular biology and we are confident that you can develop your understanding of the biology background in a timely manner.
If you have a degree in a molecular bioscience and want to specialise or enhance your skills in biological computing, this programme is designed for you.
If your background is in a non-molecular life science or in another discipline such as computing science, please apply anyway, or enquire (see the contact listed above), as we do often take students with other backgrounds.
IELTS - 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.
TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome) - 79, with Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 21
Relevant degree subjects are:
all biology degrees with a substantial molecular biology or genetics component.
other biology degrees with at least some molecular biology.
computing science, software engineering or IT.
mathematics or statistics (with evidence of experience in computer programming).
other physical sciences subjects with either evidence of experience in computer programming or evidence of a strong background in molecular biology.
For all other degree backgrounds, please consult the programme director for advice before applying.
You do not need to have previous experience in computer programming, but you should be numerate as part of the programme is spent learning programming and many of the courses involve statistical analysis. We may admit you if your background is outside molecular biology and we are confident that you can develop your understanding of the biology background in a timely manner.
If you have a degree in a molecular bioscience and want to specialise or enhance your skills in biological computing, this programme is designed for you.
If your background is in a non-molecular life science or in another discipline such as computing science, please apply anyway, or enquire (see the contact listed above), as we do often take students with other backgrounds.
IELTS - 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.
TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome) - 79, with Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 21
Tuition
GBP
31,860