Master in Bioinformatics

The tuition fee is 32,300 GBP per year.

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 How to apply > The MSc Bioinformatics course at Newcastle University is a unique combination of biology and computer science. I found the modules very interesting and up-to-date, covering the latest research in the field, and I really appreciated the way the course is delivered, with a strong balance between theory and hands-on teaching.