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The MS Bioinformatics program, provided by the Computer Science Department, delivers a cross-disciplinary education blending bioinformatics, biology, computer science, and mathematics. Modern biological challenges across genomics, molecular biology, neuroscience, physiology, microbiology, ecology, and evolution increasingly require computational and mathematical solutions. Advanced technologies now enable the collection of vast biological datasets, driving the emergence of bioinformatics as a critical discipline. This program equips students with biological knowledge, mathematical foundations, and computational expertise to tackle intricate biological challenges. Participants will apply these skills to solve real-world biological problems, including those with medical relevance. The program aims to train graduates for thriving careers in bioinformatics, whether in academic research or the biotech sector.
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the biological or computational sciences or in engineering, a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and completion of all program prerequisites listed on the admission requirements webpage. Two letters of recommendation from academic instructors or advisors are also required.
English Language Proficiency: IELTS: 6.5; Minimum TOEFL scores acceptable for admission are 250 (Computer Based), 100 (Internet Based), paper based – 550; Pearson Test of English (PTE) – 53.