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Computer Science (Thesis): Bioinformatics (M.Sc.) at McGill University

McGill University, Canada

Programme overview

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer Science; Bioinformatics provides training in this interdisciplinary field, which lies at the intersection of biological/medical sciences and mathematics/computer science/engineering. The program includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases, and the use of algorithms, artificial intelligence, and statistics. The thesis must focus on bioinformatics in relation to computer science.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Computer Science  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

The 45-credit programme comprises thesis courses (24 credits), required courses (3 credits) and complementary courses (18 credits).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree with a CGPA of 3.2/4.0 or better (or equivalent) with the coursework in Computer Science and Mathematics listed on the School's website.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply

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