M.Sc Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics at Queen's University Belfast [QUB], Belfast Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

Queen's University Belfast, Master of Science [M.Sc] in Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics, Eligibility, Application Deadline, Fee Details & Scholarships

Belfast, Northern IrelandLocation
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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

$28,595 /Yr

£21,500 /Yr
1 Students Applied
1 Students Admitted

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$28595 (GBP 21500)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
University Accommodation$10374 (GBP 7800)
Food & Groceries$1612 (GBP 1212)

Per Credit Tuition Fee: £ 119.44

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$25403 (GBP 19100)
2021$32957 (GBP 24780)

Important Dates

  • If a High Number of Applications are Received, Applications will be accepted on a Rolling Basis and will Close once the Seats are Filled.
EventApplication Date
IELTS Result Submission Deadline for Fall 2025 Intake Jun 30, 2025
Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake Jul 31, 2025
  • Course Duration: 1 year (full-time).
  • Course Credits: 180 UK credits.
  • Focus: Focus training in bioinformatics, computational genomics, and biomedical data analysis.
  • Program Courses: Gene Expression Analysis, Genomics in Human Disease, Scientific Programming, Statistical Computing, Health Informatics, Systems Medicine.
  • Practical Experience: Hands-on training with real 'omics' datasets and open-source programming languages (R, Python).
  • Research Opportunities: Collaboration with Patrick G Johnston Centre for Cancer Research, Wellcome Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine, and Centre for Public Health.


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

 Requirement Type

 Details

School Name

 School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences

Academic Qualification

  • Degree Requirement: 2.2 (Equivalent to GPA 2.7 to 3.0 on a 4.0 scale) Honours degree or equivalent in Natural Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or relevant medical/life sciences (MBBS/BDS accepted).
  • Subject/Module Requirement: Must have passed a module in:
    • Genetics/Genomics/Molecular Biology/Biomedical Science.
    • Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Biochemistry.
    • Mathematics/Statistics 4) Computing/Informatics.
  • Aptitude Test: Must pass an online aptitude test.

External Medical/Dental Students

  • Must pass all assessments at the first attempt.
  • Must achieve at least a 2:2 Honours equivalent.
  • Must have permission to intercalate from Medical or Dental School.
International Medical/Dental Students
  • Must be studying MBBS/MBChB at a recognized institution.
  • Must pass all assessments at the first attempt (3rd year for 5-year programs, 4th year for 6-year programs).
  • Must have permission to intercalate from Medical or Dental School.

Country Specific Requirement

  • UK 2:2 Equivalent: Bachelor’s degree with Second Division Pass, 53-55% (traditional system) or CGPA 5.3 - 6.5 (10-point scale).
  • Consideration for Top Institutions: Candidates from prestigious Indian institutions may be considered with:
    • 58%+ (for UK 2:1).
    • 53%+ (for UK 2:2).
  • English Proficiency Alternative: 70% in English in Standard XII (valid for 7 years) from accepted boards. Digilocker verification required.
  • Accepted Boards:
    • CBSE (Delhi Senior School Certificate).
    • CISCE (Indian School Certificate).
    • State Boards: Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

English Language Requirement

  • IELTS Academic (UKVI Approved SELT): Overall: 6.5 with minimum of 5.5 each Skill.
  • IELTS Academic (Test Centre/Online), IELTS One Skill Retake, IELTS Indicator: Overall:6.5 with minimum of 5.5 each Skill.
  • TOEFL iBT (Internet based test or iBT Special Home Edition): Overall 90, with minimum Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20, Writing: 17.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET): 120 overall, minimum 110 in all subskills.
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 69 overall, minimum 59 in each component.
  • C2 Proficiency (CPE): 176 overall, minimum 162 in each element.
  • C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall, minimum 162 in each element.
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: English A (Language & Literature/Literature):
    • Standard Level: 5.
    • Higher Level: 5.
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: English B
    • Standard Level: 7.
    • Higher Level: 6.
  • Kaplan Test of English (KTE): 494 overall, minimum 425 in all four elements.
  • GCSE English Language (AQA, CCEA, Pearson Edexcel): Grade C/4.
  • IGCSE English (First Language) Syllabus 0522: Grade C (speaking & listening included).
  • IGCSE English (First Language) Syllabus 0500/0990: Grade C/4 in all components, Grade 2 in Speaking & Listening.
  • IGCSE English (Second Language) Syllabus 0510/0993 (Oral Endorsement): Grade B/6 or above, with Grade 2/Distinction in Oral/Aural test.
  • IGCSE English (Second Language) Syllabus 0511/0991 (Count-in Oral/Aural): Grade B/6.

Documents Required

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP).
  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
  • Proof of Work Experience (If Have).
  • Copy of Passport.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Application Link

 Application Link

Application Fee

 £ 0

 Additional Cost
  • Book Costs: £30 - £100 per book (if purchased instead of borrowing).
  • Printing & Supplies: Estimated £30 - £75 per year for photocopying, memory sticks, and printing.
 Deposit Fee
  •  £1000 (Pay a Deposit Fee to secure your place on the course).
 Course Credits  180 Credits

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

69 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

120 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

180

ECTS Credits

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Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship50% tuition fee reduction (up to 2 years)Open to four exceptional international students; requires a separate application
International Office Postgraduate Scholarship£3,500 - £4,000Automatically awarded to all new international postgraduate students, with some exclusions.
Early Confirmation Award£1,500Granted to international students who pay full tuition fees by the specified deadline



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