Overview

The Bioinformatics and Genomic Medicine course at Aston University is designed for graduates and professionals from biology, medicine, or data science. You will develop expertise in data analysis, disease mechanisms, and translational genomics, while building advanced skills in computational biology, statistical modelling, and emerging genomic technologies. These capabilities will prepare you to drive innovation and contribute to the future of precision medicine.

Genomics is transforming the way we understand diseases, develop treatments, and deliver personalised healthcare. This has created an urgent need for professionals who can connect biological science with data-driven insights. Bioinformatics combines biology with computational and statistical methods to analyse complex datasets, while genomic medicine applies genetic discoveries to improve healthcare and create targeted therapies

Career opportunities:

Graduates will be well prepared for careers across the health and life sciences sector. Opportunities include roles within the NHS as data scientists, or positions in the private sector delivering analytical insights to support healthcare research, innovation, and treatment

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Genomics and Omics Techniques

Computational Biology and Health Genomics

Machine Learning and AI in Healthcare

Genomics in Disease Mechanisms and Applications

Genomics, Epigenomics, and Bioinformatics of Cancer

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-26 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

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93

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4.5

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67

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6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 59 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Minimum 2.2 degree in a subject aligned to health, biosciences, mathematics/data sciences.

If you have a science, data, or medical background and wish to advance your career in the area of scientific research, this might be the course for you.

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Tuition Fees

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24800 GBP / year

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11200 GBP / year

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Birmingham

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765 - 1134 GBP / month

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