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MSc Molecular Biosciences (Bioinformatics)

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    MSc 1 year full-time

Course Description

Study at the interface of biological and computational sciences and help address the world’s biggest challenges in health, food biosecurity and environmental sustainability.

Biosciences research has a huge impact on helping people live longer and healthier lives. With the World Economic Forum identifying healthcare as one of the top 10 Global Challenges for 2030, there is a growing demand for specialists in this field.

This course provides you with a broad understanding of the molecular basis of biological systems, with a focus on the increasingly crucial role bioinformatics plays in modern biosciences.

Course highlights

  • Study at a Top 10 University, on a course designed in consultation with clinical and industrial partners to give you the skills employers are looking for.
  • Develop extensive knowledge in your specialist area of bioinformatics, as well as a broad understanding of molecular biosciences.
  • Gain extensive research experience by carrying out two separate research projects.
  • Further strengthen your employability with a project addressing the challenges of global environment sustainability, applying skills related to either entrepreneurship, teaching, media and communication, or public engagement.
  • Get support from your dedicated Personal Tutor who you can go to for academic and non-academic support.

Entry Requirements

You should have a first or strong second-class bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent.

To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in any biological, computational or mathematical subject, such as biosciences, medical, biomedical, life sciences, nutritional veterinary, biotechnology, pharmacy, pharmacology or computer science.

We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

You’ll graduate with the specialist knowledge and sought-after skills for a career in further research, such as a PhD, or roles in academic, clinical, industrial or commercial sectors anywhere in the world. Our dedicated careers team offers individual guidance and help you decide between employment and further study.

Recent examples of graduate roles include healthcare scientist, analyst, production technician and agricultural engineer.

Module Details

Year 1

Semester 1

You’ll choose 15 credits of optional units across Semester 1 and Semester 2.

Compulsory units

  • Advances in bioinformatics
  • Broadening horizons
  • Research project 1B
  • Research project 2

Optional units

  • Applied data science in biology
  • Molecular phylogenetics and epidemiology

Semester 2

You’ll choose 15 credits of optional units across Semester 1 and Semester 2.

Compulsory units

  • Advances in bioinformatics
    Continued
  • Broadening horizons
    Continued
  • Research project 1B
    Continued
  • Research project 2
    Continued

Optional units

  • Applied data science in biology
    Continued
  • Molecular phylogenetics and epidemiology

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