Master of Science [M.Sc] [Bioinformatics and Theoretical Systems Biology] From Imperial College London

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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Bioinformatics and Theoretical Systems Biology)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

$47,250 /Yr

£35,000 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$47250 (GBP 35000)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing$18041 (GBP 13364)
Food$4976 (GBP 3686)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2022$46305 (GBP 34300)
2021$57704 (GBP 42744)

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Round 1 Application Deadline Sep 27, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
Decision Deadline For Round 1 Mar 6, 2025
Round 2 Application Deadline Mar 27, 2025
Decision Deadline For Round 2 May 1, 2025
Round 3 Application Deadline May 15, 2025
Decision Deadline For Round 3 Jul 17, 2025
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  • Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Theoretical Systems Biology at Imperial College London is a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus, 90 credits program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This is a multidisciplinary research-based degree, designed for applicants with a biomedical, computational, or mathematical background.
  • The program is taught by experts in relevant fields within the college and makes use of collaborations with other researchers.
  • The core modules of the program include:
    • Bioinformatics and Systems Biology 1
    • Bioinformatics and Systems Biology 2
    • Computing
    • Mathematics and Statistical Inference
  • Students will gain the necessary skills to produce effective research in computational genetics and bioinformatics.
  • The program starts with a training phase in the autumn term, where students acquire core biological, computational, and mathematics skills through lectures in bioinformatics and theoretical systems biology.
  • For the remainder of the autumn term, students cover the taught elements of the course comprising of lectures, practical classes, and assignments.
  • This is followed by three full-time research projects that last for the rest of the academic year, under the supervision of researchers at Imperial.
  • All projects have a 10-12 week duration and involve liaising with biologists, mathematicians, and computing specialists.
  • Projects start in the Spring term and last for the rest of the academic year.
  • The assessment methods of the program consists of computer assignments, computer exam (open book), coursework, dissertations, exams, group report, viva and website development.

Scores Required

92 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo


Required Document List

The Documents required are:

  • Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
  • Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
  • Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
  • Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.

Career and Placement after Course

The possible career opportunities for students are:

  • Bioinformatics Scientist
  • Microbiologist
  • Natural Sciences Manager
  • Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists, etc.


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