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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Bioinformatics

Course Summary

The Bioinformatics MSc combines foundational skills in bioinformatics with specialist skills in computing programming, molecular biology and research methods.Our MSc Bioinformatics is unique and interdisciplinary. It draws together highly-rated teaching and research expertise from across the University. It equips you for a successful career in the bioinformatics industry or academia.We've designed this MSc Bioinformatics for students from both biological science and computational backgrounds.Prior experience with computer programming is not needed.We welcome applications from those with mathematical, engineering or other scientific backgrounds.Our course structure is highly flexible and you can tailor it to your own skills and interests.Research is a large component of this course. Our emphasis is on delivering the research training you'll need to meet the demands of industry and academia now and in the future. Our research in bioinformatics, life sciences, computing and mathematics is internationally recognised. The School of Computing has an active research community. We have several research groups and three research centres.

Modules

This module aims to introduce more advanced concepts in programming that are essential for scientific programming. We will investigate further the many libraries in our chosen environment. We will examine scientific programming in practice, in a number of its different forms.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,100

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£32,300

Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in computing science, a maths based subject or any biological science based subject such as: geneticsbiochemistry and biology. We will also consider applicants on an individual basis with non-standard qualifications and significant industrial or professional experience in biological or computer science related areas.

University information

Newcastle University is a world-leading university renowned for the high quality of its teaching and research. It is recognised internationally for innovative collaborations with strategic industry partners, which push groundbreaking solutions to economic and social problems all around the world. Committed to creating a better society for all, the university has nurtured generations of students to make real world change at a global...more

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