MS Bioinformatics at University of New Hampshire

Programme overview

A professional, non-thesis MS that addresses workforce needs in biotechnology, environmental and agricultural life science industries. Training draws on the Hubbard Center for Genome Studies and the Biomanufacturing Innovation Center, and learning outcomes include managing large datasets with Python, R and shell scripts.

Faculty: College of Life Sciences and Agriculture | Department: Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences | Duration: Minimum 30 graduate credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durham, NH, United States

What you will study

16 core credits: Genomics and Bioinformatics, Programming for Bioinformatics, Design Analysis and Interpretation of Experiments, and Applied Bioinformatics; electives chosen with an advisor; and a capstone of up to 6 credits (research project, industry internship or applied training workshops).

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Application information

Entry requirements

GPA above 3.0 in prior academic programmes and/or excellent relevant work experience; English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL) for non-native speakers; three letters of recommendation; a personal statement on professional development and career plans; prerequisites of two semesters each of introductory biology, genetics and organic chemistry. Admitted students are not eligible for departmental assistantships. UNH Graduate School (all programmes, international applicants): English proficiency minimums are TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 59 or Duolingo 120, with waivers available for applicants with English-medium degrees; GRE/GMAT requirements are set by each programme.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: Minimum 30 graduate credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.unh.edu/graduate-school/admissions

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