Bioinformatics MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

32,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Bioinformatics MSc combines foundational skills in bioinformatics with specialist skills in computing programming, molecular biology and research methods.


It is unique and interdisciplinary, combining biology and computer science to analyse and interpret biological data.


You’ll also explore genome sequencing, post-genomic technologies, and how to apply modern computational and statistical methods to real biological problems.


This degree brings together highly rated teaching and research expertise from across the University. It'll equip you for a successful career in the bioinformatics industry or academia.


This MSc Bioinformatics is designed for students from life science backgrounds. We also welcome applications from students with computing, mathematical, engineering or other scientific backgrounds.


Prior experience with computer programming is not needed. You will build expertise in programming and the core principles of computing.


Research is a large component of this course. Our emphasis is on delivering the research training you'll need to meet the demands of industry and academia now and in the future. Our research in bioinformatics, life sciences, computing and mathematics is internationally recognised and reflected in our syllabus. The School of Computing has an active research community, with several research groups and three research centres.


We are a hub of digital innovation. You'll benefit from our:


  • leadership of the National Edge AI Hub, next-generation innovations via edge computing 
  • recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security, supported by the National Cyber Security Centre and the EPSRC
  • direct link with the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data
  • partnership with The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national institute for data science and AI

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Bioinformatics MSc combines foundational skills in bioinformatics with specialist skills in computing programming, molecular biology and research methods.


It is unique and interdisciplinary, combining biology and computer science to analyse and interpret biological data.


You’ll also explore genome sequencing, post-genomic technologies, and how to apply modern computational and statistical methods to real biological problems.


This degree brings together highly rated teaching and research expertise from across the University. It'll equip you for a successful career in the bioinformatics industry or academia.


This MSc Bioinformatics is designed for students from life science backgrounds. We also welcome applications from students with computing, mathematical, engineering or other scientific backgrounds.


Prior experience with computer programming is not needed. You will build expertise in programming and the core principles of computing.


Research is a large component of this course. Our emphasis is on delivering the research training you'll need to meet the demands of industry and academia now and in the future. Our research in bioinformatics, life sciences, computing and mathematics is internationally recognised and reflected in our syllabus. The School of Computing has an active research community, with several research groups and three research centres.


We are a hub of digital innovation. You'll benefit from our:


  • leadership of the National Edge AI Hub, next-generation innovations via edge computing 
  • recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security, supported by the National Cyber Security Centre and the EPSRC
  • direct link with the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data
  • partnership with The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national institute for data science and AI

Admission Requirements

70+
4.5+
6.5+
2.7+
125+

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in computing science, a maths based subject or any biological science based subject such as:


  • genetics
  • biochemistry
  • biology

We will also consider applicants on an individual basis with non-standard qualifications and significant industrial or professional experience in biological or computer science related areas.

12 Months
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
15,100 GBP
International
32,300 GBP

Scholarships

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Master Open

Value

$13518

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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