Applied Bioinformatics MSc
Increased accuracy in disease analysis and diagnosis. Improved tracking of contaminated foods. The ability to map which genes are responsible for certain traits. Applied Bioinformatics is revolutionising modern biology and medicine – breaking down the barriers between data and knowledge – and now you could play a part in this too.
Our MSc in Applied Bioinformatics is delivered by bioinformatics experts and clinicians. Not only that, but we’re the largest provider of healthcare education in Europe. With such a high concentration of expertise in one place, you’ll get to hear about the latest research in the field and progress your career.
Key benefits
King's is ranked 6th in Europe for Life Sciences and Medicine (QS World University 2023) and 10th in the world for Clinical, Pre-Clinical and Health (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)
Complete projects alongside our bioinformatic experts, with direct access to King’s clinicians and our cutting-edge research
Contribute to research projects with the Centre for Translational Informatics, South-East Genomics Service, MRC eMEd Lab, Guy’s Cancer Centre, and Francis Crick Institute
Access our new Hub for Applied Bioinformatics (HAB), which offers seminars, data clubs and training workshops, giving you excellent networking opportunities
Get hands on with modern techniques and technologies in our state-of-the-art facilities
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 28
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
With 200 years of heritage, King’s College London is recognised today as a world-leading university. Since our foundation in 1829, King’s staff have dedicated themselves in the service of society.
King’s is investing in the highest calibre of talent across all levels to drive the university forward to achieve its greatest potential and the very best people from the United Kingdom and across the globe are invited to join us.
Located in the heart of London, King’s is the hub of a global network of strong connections and collaboration, with prestigious international partnerships within and across disciplines – scientific and medical, social and creative.
We are looking for scholars with a strong commitment to teaching, to push the boundaries of knowledge, influence the future and create a lasting impact.
Through the highest quality disciplinary research and interdisciplinary collaborations, our staff will develop insights and solutions for the many and diverse challenges faced around the globe.
King’s will be the university that makes a significant and innovative contribution by serving the needs and aspirations of society and the wider world.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
We welcome applications to our Masters courses from students who have taken a three year Bachelor (Honours) or Bachelor (Special) degree from a recognised university. You will need to have achieved good grades, usually in a subject related to what you would like to study. Exact grade requirements for each course will vary. However, as an approximate guideline our requirements are in the region of:
King's International Pre-Master's programme- Pass with B+ minimum
IELTS (Academic)- 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill
Pearson Test of English (Academic)- 62 overall with a minimum of 59 in each communicative skill
TOEFL iBT Institution code: 0394 OR TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition- 92 overall with a minimum of 23 in writing and 20 in each of the other skills
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
33258 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 17796 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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