Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary programme, which combines mathematics, biology and computer science. You will work with topics within these fields.
You will learn to understand biological processes and work with mathematical methods and computer models to analyse and manage these processes.
Name: Bioinformatics
Type: University Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
In the Bioinformatics programme, you learn how to use mathematical and data processing methods to solve biological issues.
In the programme, you will learn how to process biological data, for example, DNA sequences from humans or animals, so that they can be used in future research.
The programme is interdisciplinary, and you will work with topics within molecular biology, biochemistry, mathematics and computer science. You will learn to understand biological processes and work with mathematical methods and computer models to analyse and manage these processes.
Teaching varies between classroom instruction, laboratory exercises, lectures and project work. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Science (MSc).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the university.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Educational Institutions
You can study Bioinformatics in Copenhagen.
University of Copenhagen
At the University of Copenhagen Bioinformatics can be studied as a:
- 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.ku.dk.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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