Overview
Programme details
The Bioinformatics program of Rochester Institute of Technology combines biotechnology, computer programming, and computational mathematics to prepare you to utilize and create technologies that discover, treat, and cure a range of medical illnesses.
With a strong foundation in biotechnology, computer programming, computational mathematics, statistics, and database management, you will be well-prepared for academia and careers in the biotechnology, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical, and vaccine industries.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Ethics in Bioinformatics
- Bioinformatics Algorithms
- Bioinformatics Seminar
- Database Management for the Sciences
- Molecular Modeling and Proteomics
- Biostatistics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Biology Informatics & Information Technology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 736 other Masters in Informatics & Information Technology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete a graduate application.
- A baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university or college in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science, information technology, statistics, or a related discipline.
- Submit official transcripts (in English)
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 (or equivalent)
- Submit two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources.
- International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE.
Tuition Fee
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International
54176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 54176 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
54176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 54176 USD per year during 24 months.
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Funding
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