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Overview
Key facts
Bioinformatics at University of Nottingham is not aimed at students with a background in computer science.
Every field in life sciences has been transformed by the use of computers. Bioinformatics is a rapidly developing field within life sciences focused on developing methods and software tools to understand biological data. The ability to develop and apply computational methods to large and complex datasets will be a key driver of biological innovation in the next decades.
Career:
We have designed this intensive taught course to deliver a wide range of bioinformatics skills grounded in a solid understanding and appreciation of the underlying biology sciences. Graduates of the course are equipped with the skills to pursue employment or further study in a variety of areas.
We anticipate that many of our graduates will go on to undertake PhDs applying their bioinformatics skills to a wide range of problems and questions.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Experimental Design and Analysis
- Evolutionary Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
- Computational Biology, Programming and Practice
- Cutting Edge Research Technologies and Ideas in Molecular Biology
- Project work – Group/Individual
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 87
Credits
120 alternative credits
CATS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Biotechnology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 476 other Masters in Biology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 87
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 in biological or related sciences – qualifications in other fields will be judged on an individual basis by the course lead.
Tuition Fee
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International
26500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26500 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11600 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11600 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Nottingham
583 - 978 GBP /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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