MSc Bioinformatics
Bradford, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Bioinformatics combines knowledge from a variety of disciplines such as biology, computer science, mathematics, and statistics to analyze and interpret biological data on a large scale.
The Bioinformatics program at Bradford includes training in experimental techniques that complement commonly used data acquisition methods in a broad range of investigative scenarios. This is designed to provide basic training in the principles of bioinformatics, followed by coverage of the advanced level of knowledge and training required relevant to large-scale data mining and processing, including programming and scripting via the command line and the Galaxy interface.
A key feature of the MSc program at Bradford is that students are able to learn the theoretical knowledge of bioinformatics with practical training in experimental techniques that are commonly used in biomedical sciences. This is designed to enable students to become knowledgeable in genomics, proteomics transcriptomic, and metagenomics so that they can apply bioinformatics approaches in a broad range of real-world employment scenarios aimed at improving human health, both in the industry as well as in healthcare organizations.
What you will study
All module information is for 2023 entry and is subject to change.
Modules
Core
- Principles of Bioinformatics
- 'Omics' Techniques in Biology and Healthcare
- Principles of Bioinformatics
- Research Project Preparation and Plan
- Practical Molecular Biology
- Advanced Bioinformatics
- Research Project
Learning and Assessment
The program content is taught using conventional teaching methods that include lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory classes, workshops, and a research project.
In addition, independent self-directed or problem-based learning may include interactive research case studies, peer and collaborative sessions, reflective practice, and portfolio building. These may be supplemented with interactions with science professionals and tasks that are either work-based or linked to other placements.
Assessments use a combination of unseen written examinations and a wide range of coursework elements such as laboratory reports, essays, online and computer-based assessments, data interpretation, and analysis. This is also supplemented with an assessment of communication skills in oral and poster communications during peer-reviewed and collaborative sessions.
Career Support
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies.
Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans by exploring options and refining job-hunting skills. In most of our programmes, Career Development Advisers directly input the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.
Career Prospects
Employability is a key focus of the programmes here at Bradford. We collaborate with industry partners through our Industry Advisory Board and their input shapes the curriculum, ensuring you gain the skills employers in the sector value and that are currently in short supply. You’ll have the opportunity to work on and contribute to real-life research projects while you’re studying.
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