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Bioinformatics – (M.Sc.)
The University of Exeter
School of Biosciences
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,255 - ≈ € 16,564 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Exeter / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of The University of Exeter
Location
Exeter (Streatham Campus)
Bioinformatics encompasses all aspects of biological information acquisition, processing, storage, distribution, analysis and interpretation. This programme provides an overview of current developments and introduces appropriate and novel tools and techniques from computer science, biology and mathematical statistics. The programme also addresses the current uses of bioinformatics in biotechnology, ethical issues and the use of future technologies for bioinformatics research. In addition, the research project gives you an opportunity to undertake a substantial, individually motivated and practically oriented piece of work, which allows you to apply your knowledge in real biological domains.
The programme will form an ideal grounding for your future career. It has a significant research component which accounts for about half of the programme, as well as professional skills training.
The high proportion of research content within the programme (>50% of credits) permits you to qualify with either an MSc or MRes qualification. Please discuss your preference with the Programme Director at the time of registration.
Contents
Total credits required: MSc - 180, PGDip - 120, PGCert - 60
Modules
* Professional Skills (15)
* Bioinformatics Tools and Techniques (15)
* Introduction to Molecular Biology (15)
* Biological Sequence Analysis and Structural Bioinformatics (15)
* Genomics, Transcriptomics and Proteomics (15)
* Machine Learning Techniques (15)
* Research Methods (30)
* Research Project (60)
MRes and MSc students take all eight modules (six taught modules, the research methods module and the dissertation). Diploma students take all six modules and the research methods module, which includes a mini-project/review. Certificate students take four taught modules.
For a full list and details of the individual modules, please see the MSc Bioinformatics programme pages on the College of Life and Environmental Sciences area on our website.
Please note that availability of all modules is subject to timetabling constraints and that not all modules are available every year.
Assessment
A combination of written examinations, programme write-ups and demonstrations, group and individual projects. Following successful completion of the taught part of the programme (first six months), you can choose whether you wish to undertake a Diploma or an MSc (assessment methods described above).
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Requirements
IELTS Overall score of at least 6.5
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
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