MSc Bioinformatics at Teesside University

Programme overview

This MSc teaches how to manage and analyse large biological datasets, building on biochemistry and molecular biology with practical Python, R, statistics and computational biology. It is taught where possible at the National Horizons Centre and ATMOS building on the Darlington campus, with links to the regional life-science sector.

Department: Biosciences | Duration: 12-16 months full-time; 2-3 years part-time | Intake: January or September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Bioinformatics Analysis Techniques and Tools, Data Analytics, Genomic Technologies, Life Science Research Project, Proteomic Technologies, Python for Bioinformatics and R for Bioinformatics.

Career pathways

Graduates move into doctoral research or employment in biotechnology, life sciences and pharmaceuticals, and in software development, data analytics and finance.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a UK 2.2 honours degree, or equivalent, in a subject related to life or physical sciences; applicants with other degree subjects should contact admissions. International students normally need IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,365 a year (2026/27). Full-time, 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International one-year postgraduate taught master's (MSc/MA); tuition only Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: 12-16 months full-time; 2-3 years part-time

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