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
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Biotechnology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 414 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
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
19077 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19077 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
19077 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19077 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
9798 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9798 USD per year during 12 months.
Funding
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