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Bioinformatics is a rapidly growing field at the intersection of biology, mathematics and computer science. It seeks to create, advance, and apply computer/software-based solutions to solve formal and practical problems arising from the management and analysis of very large biological datasets. Applications include genome sequence analysis, such as the human genome, the human microbiome, analysis of genetic variation within populations, and analysis of gene expression patterns.
The master’s program will train participants to an advanced level in bioinformatics theory and applications. Graduates of the program:
The master’s programme has four different streams: for graduates in biology, mathematics, statistics and computer science, respectively.
Students are required to complete 12 modules and undertake a research project. Each module consists of approximately 20 one-hour lectures (approximately two lectures per week during an academic term), as well as approximately 10 hours of practicals or tutorials (approximately one one one-hour practicum or tutorial per week during an academic term), although the exact number of lectures, practicals and tutorials varies between individual modules.
Working in the field of bioinformatics is a challenging and fulfilling job, often involving problem solving, programming, statistical analysis of large data sets, and mathematical modeling of biological phenomena. A bioinformatician is likely to work on many different biological questions and types of data sets, which makes this an interesting and exciting field to work in.
The daily work of a bioinformatician may involve the study of different fascinating and important biological questions, such as:
No prior knowledge of computer programming or bioinformatics is required to take the course. All necessary computer skills will be taught as part of the program
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