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Bioinformatics

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MSc On-Campus Full-time 2 September find out kr304600 in total
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Application and tuition fees

As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.

Application fee: SEK 900

Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 76,150

Total fee: SEK 304,600

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About Bioinformatics, MSc - at Umeå University

In the Master’s programme in Bioinformatics, you study how data science, computational and statistical approaches are applied to enable novel biological insights. The programme provides a broad insight into the use of bioinformatics, from clinical genetics to plant biotechnology and biodiversity monitoring. You will gain insight from active researchers into the broad diversity of areas where bioinformatics is now essential for advancing biological understanding and translation to societal impacts.

  • High demand for qualified bioinformaticians
  • Strong connection with ongoing research
  • Use high performance computing infrastructures

Entry requirements

Contact Umeå University to find course entry requirements.


Why study at Umeå University

  • World's most satisfied international students (According to the International Student Barometer 2023, wave 2)
  • Academic Excellence
  • First class facilities
  • Breathtaking nature
  • Highly international
  • City of culture
  • Student support
  • Accommodation
  • Sports minded
  • Education in English