Course summary
The Bioinformatics MSc combines foundational skills in bioinformatics with specialist skills in computing programming, molecular biology and research methods. Our course draws together highly-rated teaching and research expertise from across the University, equipping students for a successful career in the bioinformatics industry or academia. Our MSc Bioinformatics is unique and interdisciplinary, combining biology and computer science to analyse and interpret biological data. It brings together highly rated teaching and research expertise from across the University. It'll equip you for a successful career in the bioinformatics industry or academia. We've designed this MSc Bioinformatics for students from life science backgrounds. We also welcome applications from students with computing, mathematical, engineering or other scientific backgrounds. Prior experience with computer programming is not needed. 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 and reflected in our syllabus. The School of Computing has an active research community, with several research groups and three research centres.
Modules
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Entry requirements
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any biological science-based discipline, such as: •genetics •biochemistry •biology. A 2:1 honours degree, international equivalent, in a computing science or maths based subject. 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. English Language Requirements Direct Entry : IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills) If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course. Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests. The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
Newcastle University
King’s Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU