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Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Bioinformatics

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

The Bioinformatics MSc combines foundational skills in bioinformatics with specialist skills in computing programming, molecular biology and research methods.

Overview

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

What you'll learn

You'll study a range of compulsory modules. Optional modules allow you to tailor the course to suit your interests.

Graduate destinations

Our MSc Bioinformatics graduates have an excellent record of finding employment (around 90%). Recent examples have included:

bioinformatician at the Medical Research Council

technical consultant at Accenture

bioinformatics technician at Barcelona Supercomputing Centre

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)

£14,600

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£31,200

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: genetics biochemistry 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 quality of its teaching and research. The university is recognised internationally for its contributions to global problem solving in innovative and creative ways. Newcastle University is a prestigious founding member of the Russell Group association of research-intensive universities in the UK. The university enjoys an outstanding reputation as an institution at which...more

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