Master of Science - Bioinformatics (with Advanced Practice) (20-month)

This programme teaches students how to manage and manipulate large datasets to reveal new insights in biological sciences. Students get intensive training in a computer-based approach to biological research. Students develop the computational and analytical understanding necessary as a platform for processing biological data. This involves the appreciation of biochemistry and molecular biology, together with IT and specialist skills in computer programming, data analysis, statistics and computational biology for multidisciplinary careers in research. The two-year master’s degree with advanced practice enhances students' qualification by adding a vocational or research based internship to the one-year master’s programme. A vocational internship is a great way to gain work experience and give their CV a competitive edge. A research internship provides students with the opportunity to develop their analytical, team-working, research and academic skills by working alongside a research team in an academic setting. The University guarantee a research internship, but cannot guarantee a vocational internship. They will, however, provide students with practical support and advice on how to find and secure their own vocational internship position should they prefer this type of internship.