Overview

Bioinformatics from Freie Universität Berlin offers a unique interdisciplinary training program that emphasizes the application of computational methods for interpreting complex biological data and understanding the underlying systems. It provides both in-depth theoretical knowledge as well as applied training in bioinformatics.

Quick Facts:

The program is jointly conducted by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, the Department of Biology, Chemistry and Pharmacy, and the Charité Medical School.

This is a list of typical tasks that a bioinformatician performs on a daily basis:

Analyzing large molecular datasets such as microscopy data, genomic sequence data and proteomics data for clinical and basic research purposes.
Working with publicly accessible, commercial and proprietary genomic, proteomic and post-genomic databases.
Directing the work of technicians to support them in using bioinformatics tools and applications in areas such as proteomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics and clinical bioinformatics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Complex Systems
Data Science
Advanced Algorithms
Advanced Algorithms for Bioinformatics
Methods in Life Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Berlin, Germany

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 23 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics with components in mathematics, computer science, chemistry/biochemistry, biology, and bioinformatics that correspond to the bachelor’s degree program in bioinformatics at Freie Universität Berlin, or an equivalent degree.

Proof of English language skills (level B1 CEFR or equivalent).

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.

Students do not pay any tuition fees, the university only charges semester fees and contributions each semester: 358,80€.

Living costs for Berlin

836 - 1340 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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