Overview

In the Bioinformatics degree programme at University of Malaya, students will receive broad training in fundamental areas of bioinformatics, thus allowing them to perform independent research or contribute as a bioinformatics specialist in a research team. Master of Bioinformatics by coursework programme is designed to address the growing need for professionals with an educational background that blends biology with computer sciences and information technology.

Learning outcomes

The combination of skills is needed in the Bioinformatics industry as well as advanced life science-based industries such as biotechnology and biomedical research. The programme also prepares students for career advancement and further study at the PhD level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methodology in Bioinformatics

Functional Bioinformatics

Application of Algorithms in Bioinformatics

Programming in Bioinformatics

Statistics in Bioinformatics

Application of Programming in Bioinformatics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

42 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 3 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree with Honors CGPA 3.0 and above or equivalent in the relevant field.
Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree of CGPA 2.7 to 2.99 may be considered if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
A. Having relevant work experience; or
B. Produce publications in related fields; or
C. is a recipient of a scholarship; or
D. is a graduate of the University of Malaya; or
E. is a government servant
Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree of CGPA 2.5 to 2.69 may be considered if they meet at least two of the criteria in (1) (A) to (E) above

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

35400 MYR / year

≈ 35400 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

23400 MYR / year

≈ 23400 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

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

Funding

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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Funding

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