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This program is set within the framework of current interdisciplinary research conducted within Dalhousie. Students in this program will join a community of researchers in the fields of computational biology and bioinformatics. Resources from the Faculties of Computer Science, Medicine, and Science are coordinated to offer a flexible program, with a limited course load and an emphasis on research activities. Students from a broad selection of backgrounds are invited to consider the program. Each candidate is supervised within the research group of their supervisor from the beginning of their tenure.
Program overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This program is set within the framework of current interdisciplinary research conducted within Dalhousie. Students in this program will join a community of researchers in the fields of computational biology and bioinformatics. Resources from the Faculties of Computer Science, Medicine, and Science are coordinated to offer a flexible program, with a limited course load and an emphasis on research activities. Students from a broad selection of backgrounds are invited to consider the program. Each candidate is supervised within the research group of their supervisor from the beginning of their tenure.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Dalhousie University offers undergraduate programmes covering a broad range of disciplines, sectors and industries. A selection of their undergraduate programmes includes:
Online study at Dalhousie University is offered, the extent to which is dependent on the programme of study, so potential applicants should check if their chosen programme is designed for online learning. The university offers a wealth of resources to students studying online, including student technological and mental wellbeing support.
Tuition fees and more information on financing programmes at Dalhousie University are available on the university website’s dedicated finance area.
Dalhousie offers and manages a range of funding opportunities for students. Each year, millions of dollars in scholarships, awards, bursaries and prizes is distributed through the Registrar's Office to promising Dalhousie students. Scholarships are money awarded for academic merit. For some scholarships, assessment is also based on other criteria such as community involvement, leadership and financial need.
Dalhousie University offers over 130 master’s and PhD programmes, covering a wide range of sectors, industries and disciplines. A selection of their courses include:
Online study at Dalhousie University is offered, the extent to which is dependent on the programme of study, so potential applicants should check if their chosen programme is designed for online learning. The university offers a wealth of resources to students studying online, including student technological and mental wellbeing support.
Dalhousie offers and manages a range of funding opportunities for postgraduate study. Finance can be provided by the university, the federal and provincial governments, and external agencies. The amount available to students varies between degrees and programs, typically ranging from $16,500 to $24,000 or more per year in the early stages of a degree. Dalhousie offers four areas of scholarship:
Applying for graduate studies at Dalhousie is a detailed process, but potential applicants can reach out to the university for assistance. Students hoping to begin a postgraduate programme at Dalhousie University must make sure they meet any programme-specific requirements, Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum admission requirements, and language proficiency scores for international students before they apply to study. Once applied, postgraduate students should pay the application fee and submit supporting documentation. Full instructions on how to apply to Dalhousie for postgraduate study can be found on the university’s online application portal.
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Studley Campus, Halifax, Canada
# 251-300QS Subject Rankings
24 monthsProgram duration
17,733 CADTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Program overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission requirements
Important Dates
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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MBA
PHD
Dalhousie University offers undergraduate programmes covering a broad range of disciplines, sectors and industries. A selection of their undergraduate programmes includes:
- Accounting
- Acting
- Biology
- Business
- Canadian Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Early Modern Studies
- Electrical Engineering
- Finance/Commerce
- Gender and Women’s Studies
- Health Sciences
- Industrial Engineering
- International Business
- Kinesiology
- Landscape Architecture
- Law Justice and Society
- Management
- Marine Biology
- Neuroscience
- Political Science
- Recreation Management
- Sociology and Social Anthropology
- Statistics
- Theatre
Online study at Dalhousie University is offered, the extent to which is dependent on the programme of study, so potential applicants should check if their chosen programme is designed for online learning. The university offers a wealth of resources to students studying online, including student technological and mental wellbeing support.
Tuition fees and more information on financing programmes at Dalhousie University are available on the university website’s dedicated finance area.
Dalhousie offers and manages a range of funding opportunities for students. Each year, millions of dollars in scholarships, awards, bursaries and prizes is distributed through the Registrar's Office to promising Dalhousie students. Scholarships are money awarded for academic merit. For some scholarships, assessment is also based on other criteria such as community involvement, leadership and financial need.
Students wishing to apply to study an undergraduate programme at Dalhousie should check the undergraduate level admissions portal. Information is also available for undergraduate students with specific circumstances like transfer applicants, upgrading and pathway programmes, professional programmes and continuing education.
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Law, Justice and Society
Political Science
Russian Studies
Security Studies (Minor)
Sociology and Social Anthropology
Spanish and Latin American Studies
Statistics
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Dalhousie University offers over 130 master’s and PhD programmes, covering a wide range of sectors, industries and disciplines. A selection of their courses include:
- Architecture
- Biological Engineering
- Business Administration (MBA ‑ Leadership)
- Civil and Resource Engineering
- Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
- Community Health & Epidemiology
- Digital Innovation
- Health Informatics
- History
- Interdisciplinary PhD
- Journalism
- Medical Neuroscience
- Mechanical Engineering
- Oceanography
- Political Science
- Resource & Environmental Management
- Statistics
Online study at Dalhousie University is offered, the extent to which is dependent on the programme of study, so potential applicants should check if their chosen programme is designed for online learning. The university offers a wealth of resources to students studying online, including student technological and mental wellbeing support.
Dalhousie offers and manages a range of funding opportunities for postgraduate study. Finance can be provided by the university, the federal and provincial governments, and external agencies. The amount available to students varies between degrees and programs, typically ranging from $16,500 to $24,000 or more per year in the early stages of a degree. Dalhousie offers four areas of scholarship:
- Scholarship for master’s students
- Scholarship for PhD students
- Scholarship for international students
- Scholarship for diverse scholars
Applying for graduate studies at Dalhousie is a detailed process, but potential applicants can reach out to the university for assistance. Students hoping to begin a postgraduate programme at Dalhousie University must make sure they meet any programme-specific requirements, Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum admission requirements, and language proficiency scores for international students before they apply to study. Once applied, postgraduate students should pay the application fee and submit supporting documentation. Full instructions on how to apply to Dalhousie for postgraduate study can be found on the university’s online application portal.
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Architecture
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English
French
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Internetworking
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Materials Engineering (MEng)
Mechanical Engineering (MASc)
Mechanical Engineering (MEng)
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Mineral Resource Engineering (MEng)
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Biological Engineering (MEng)
Biology
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Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Health Administration
Health Promotion
Kinesiology
Leisure Studies
Medical Neuroscience
Medical Physics
Medical Research
Medicine
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Nursing (MSc)
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