MSc Bioinformatics at Technical University of Munich

The master’s program in Bioinformatics is offered by the Technical University of Munich in partnership with Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich (LMU). The program offers great freedom in terms of individual specialization within the discipline. Bioinformatics is an up-and-coming academic subject and research area that combines modern information sciences (informatics, mathematics, and statistics) with the life sciences (biology, chemistry, pharmacy, medicine, biotechnology, and food technology). Taught at Munich Garching.

Faculty: TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Possible for both winter and summer semester  |  Location: München, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The core of the degree consists of an interdisciplinary vocational education and training in biology, chemistry, informatics, and statistics. In addition to the master’s internship, during the first three semesters, the central focus is on elective courses from all areas of study, which can be selected according to one’s own interests and specializations pursued. However, there is a clear emphasis throughout the degree on bioinformatics.

Career pathways

The successful completion of the Master of Science opens up many career options. You may enter, via a doctoral degree, into research.

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