Bioinformatics Queen Mary University of London

Overview

This Bioinformatics programme at Queen Mary University of London will offer you:

• Strong foundation for careers which have excellent employment prospects, such as in biotechnology, life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors
• No programming experience needed – learn to manage data using industry-standard technologies such as Python and R
• Intensive training in high-demand data science skills applicable to software development, data analytics and finance
• Six-month research project in a leading research group, with opportunities to publish scientific papers
• Opportunities to join our extensive network of academic and industrial collaborators around the UK and in Europe

What you'll study

New analytical techniques deliver ever more data about genes, proteins, metabolites and the interactions between them. There is a high demand across the life sciences for trained bioinformaticians who can turn this data into useful information and new biological knowledge.

Specifically designed for students with bioscience backgrounds, this masters programme teaches you specialised skills needed to manage and analyse datasets, including computer programming, data analysis and statistics. Through demonstrations and practical assignments, you will consider the analysis of DNA sequence data, conservation and evolution, and delve into current developments in the field, including whole genome duplication and anthropogenic factors affecting rainforests.

The research preparation and tailor-made multidisciplinary training you receive are of the highest standard available. In the second semester, you have the opportunity to delve into a topic that interests you and conduct your own substantial six-month research project.

Career paths

During your studies you'll have access to support at every stage in your degree, including one-to-one academic guidance, tailored workshops, and external guest speakers. Graduates of this course are well-placed to progress onto PhD research or careers in industry, consultancy and conservation. 

Graduates from this course have progressed to:

• Software Engineer/Bioinformatician at European Bioinformatics Institute
• Informatics Assistant at Blizard Institute
• PhD Student at Queen Mary University of London
• Bioinformatics PhD Researcher at UCL Cancer Institute