Online MSc Bioinformatics

Advance the future of bioscience

Drive new discoveries for today’s data-driven health and life science industries by learning to extract meaningful information from complex data sets at one of the top universities for biological and computer science. Develop the skills for success in this innovative field through flexible, online modules led by expert faculty.

• No Hidden Fees
• £1,355 (cost per module)
• 68th in the World for Life Sciences and Medicine (QS ’24)
• 1st Choice for Graduate Employers (High Fliers ’24)
• Scholarship Available

Entry to the online MSc Bioinformatics

To be eligible to apply for the Online MSc Bioinformatics, you will need to have obtained (or be predicted to obtain) an upper second-class degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university OR an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution in life sciences, biomedical sciences, mathematics, computer science or another relevant quantitative subject.

Academic entry criteria

Students who meet the following requirements are eligible for entry to the online MSc Bioinformatics. Academic entry requirements:

• Certificate/transcripts : Students must have obtained (or be predicted to obtain) an upper second-class degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university OR an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

Additional documentation

• Online application
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
• One reference
• Optional: A statement of purpose

Evidence of language (if applicable) If English is not your first language, you will also need to supply an up-to-date English language certificate. 

Know your cost up-front

The estimated total cost of this programme is £17,615. You can pay in full or in instalments of £1,355 on a module-by-module basis. All costs are listed to help you make an informed decision. The fees listed above are for academic year 2024-25.

Flexible payment options

• At Birmingham, we strive to be accessible to students of all backgrounds. We provide a range of payment options to meet students where they are and lower the barrier to higher education. The fee can either be paid in full or spread over manageable instalments by Direct Debit.

No hidden fees

• Pursuing the MSc Bioinformatics means knowing the cost of tuition before you enrol. Our tuition includes all fees required by your programme, so you won’t encounter any hidden costs on your path to graduation.

Early bird discount

• We are excited to be offering a 10% early bird discount from the first module for the Summer 2025 intake to those who have accepted an unconditional offer and are registered on the programme by 30th May 2025.

Scholarship available

• Our Online Birmingham Masters Scholarship offers £3,000 via a tuition fee discount, to support the brightest and best applicants undertaking a postgraduate course via distance learning in 2025. Apply by 30th May 2025.

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