Overview

You will learn the fundamentals of bioinformatics, which include sequence analysis, protein and RNA structural analysis, genomics, phylogenetics, analysis of high-throughput data, and machine learning methods. The Bioinformatics programme at the University of Copenhagen is offered in English.

The master’s programme in Bioinformatics at UCPH offers a unique fusion of biology, data science, and statistics. Students can focus on a broad range of topics, from state-of-the-art method development to application to complex data.

Career opportunities

Upon completion of the master’s programme, you will obtain the title Master of Science in Bioinformatics.

You will learn the fundamentals of bioinformatics, which include sequence analysis, protein and RNA structural analysis, genomics, phylogenetics, analysis of high-throughput data, machine learning methods etc.

Only one third of the courses are compulsory, so you will have plenty of opportunity to specialise in your favourite topic through elective courses, small research projects and, of course, your thesis work.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Biological Sequence Analysis

Python Programming for Data Science

Structural Bioinformatics

Statistics for Bioinformatics and eScience

Population Genetics

Bioinformatics of High Throughput Analyses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Copenhagen, Denmark

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 5 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Denmark

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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83

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General requirements

To apply for admission to this master's degree programme, you must have completed a qualifying bachelor’s degree or a similar Danish or international degree programme which is assessed to be relevant. Apply for admission via the application portal.

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

125000 DKK / year

≈ 125000 DKK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Copenhagen

Denmark

7928 - 13456 DKK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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