Overview

Through advances in the areas of genomics, proteomics and biomedical imaging, there is an increased need for highly qualified specialists who possess the skill to analyze biological data and build integrated models of biological systems and use them to create real-world strategies that will help prevent or treat disease.

Computing is a Key Skill Set in the 21st Century

Job prospects within this field are rapidly widening, supported by the pharmaceutical and biotech industries who are looking for skilled scientists able to interpret existing genomics data and use it to uncover new drug therapies.

This Biotechnology with a Specialization in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology degree from University of Houston Clear Lake will put you at the forefront of a growing field in which you’ll occupy a key role in expanding the intersection between computation and biology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bacterial Taxonomy and Biotechnology Laboratory

Stem Cell Biotechnology

Plant Genomic Analysis

Marine Biotechnology Seminar

Environmental Biotechnology

Proteomics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Biotechnology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 949 other Masters in Biology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

3.0 GPA

GRE Total Score of 290 (140 Verbal + 150 Quantitative)

If GRE below 290 or if not submitted, submit 3 letters of recommendation, personal research statement, and a resume.

GRE Essay of 3.5

Additional Requirements – Undergraduate degree in Biology or related field

Tuition Fee

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International

19082 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19082 USD per year during 12 months.
National

19082 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19082 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

9902 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9902 USD per year during 12 months.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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