Monash University, Clayton

Master in Genome Analytics

Australia Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Monash University Clayton is a modern, research intensive institution founded in 1958 and recognised for its global outlook and comprehensive academic offering. Located within a large Melbourne campus network, Monash provides undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs across ten faculties, supported by extensive facilities and a strong focus on impactful research.

The campus combines cutting edge laboratories, industry partnerships and interdisciplinary programs that prepare students for complex global challenges, from health and climate to technology and public policy. With a large international student community and connections across the Indo-Pacific, Monash fosters collaboration, provides exchange and internship opportunities, and supports students with career services and research mentorship.

Students at Monash benefit from a lively campus life, access to specialist centres and practical learning pathways that bridge theory and professional practice. The university's global footprint and diverse community make it a good fit for international students seeking a research driven education with strong industry links, personal support services and opportunities to engage in real world projects during their studies.

About the Program

The Master in Genome Analytics at Monash University is a 2-year program for students who want to specialize in bioinformatics, genetics, and genomics. This master's degree helps you future-proof your career in analyzing genome sequence data.

The curriculum includes hands-on experience in bioinformatics and genomics, preparing you for a career in industry or clinical application. You will learn to analyze data from microbiomes, cancer, infectious diseases, and more.

Graduates can pursue careers as Bioinformaticians, Genetic Counselors, Genomics Researchers, or Data Analysts in hospitals, research institutions, or pharmaceutical companies.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is about the same as the typical master's in Australia.

Median tuition for that cohort is 30,005 USD, across 1,150 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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