Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, M.S.

Estados Unidos

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O que eu aprenderei?

The use of computational techniques and information systems has revolutionized research in the biological sciences — from the analysis of DNA sequences and the understanding of gene expression and regulation to the structural modelling of proteins and RNAs and the evolutionary relationship between species. The fields of bioinformatics and computational biology have become an important academic discipline for such breakthroughs and a critical part of success for firms in the biotechnology sector.

The Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology program brings together expertise from across Saint Louis University in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics and statistics, biochemistry and molecular biology.

Curriculum Overview

SLU's 30-credit bioinformatics and computational biology program is designed for students with academic backgrounds in the life sciences, mathematics, computer science, health sciences, and statistics. The M.S. curriculum consists of a mix of required courses that build a strong foundation in bioinformatics and computational biology and elective classes that allow students to specialize their expertise. Students will be expected to complete the program in one-and-a-half to two years.

Careers

There are many employment opportunities for graduates with a Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, health care and software industries, as well as in academic, private and governmental research labs. St. Louis is home to many large and small biotech firms and is a national leader in biotech startups. St. Louis has medical schools at Saint Louis University and Washington University and is home to the Donald Danforth Plant Sciences Center, a world leader in plant and life sciences.

De qual departamento farei parte?

School of Science and Engineering

Opções de estudo

Período integral (30 horas de crédito)

Valores
US$42.000,00 (R$ 210.097) por ano
USD $42,000 total program cost

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Data de início

21 Agosto 2024

Localização

College of Arts and Sciences

Verhaegen Hall,

3634 Lindell Blvd,

ST LOUIS,

Missouri,

63108, United States

Requisitos de admissão

Para estudantes internacionais

A bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, computer science, engineering, health science, mathematics, statistics, or a similar scientific field is required. The faculty admissions committee considers the applicant's prior coursework or experience in genetics, biology, and computer programming when determining required coursework.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

To ensure a successful academic experience at Saint Louis University, we require international applicants to demonstrate they are proficient in the English language by submitting scores from any one of the following standardized tests:

IELTS minimum score of 6.5; Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) minimum score of 80; Paper-based TOEFL (PBT) minimum score of 550; PTE minimum score of 54; Duolingo minimum score of 125.

Application Deadlines

April 15

Os requisitos para o IELTS podem variar de acordo com o curso que você escolher.

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