The future of biology is bioinformatics - computational analysis procedures that leverage state-of-the-art statistics and machine learning to gain insight into systems of exquisite complexity.ÊWe have entered an era of unprecedented expansion in the biological sciences, and our data now grows exponentially faster than Moore's law.Ê
This course is composed of five taught modules, one group project, and one independent project. The taught modules provide you with foundational knowledge and skills in statistics, computer programming, and molecular biology, and then exploit this skillset to help you to understand and participate in the ongoing revolution in biological data science.
TheÊBioinformatics programme offered by the University of BirminghamÊbegins with a fast-paced introduction to essential capabilities. Through individualized and student-centered teaching, as well as heterogeneous group work, it will prepare wet-bench biologists and clinicians interested in data analysis, as well as statisticians or computer scientists wishing to work in biology for studies in modern bioinformatics.
Why study this course?
- Learn how to analyse each major omics data-type Ð beyond next generation sequencing, understand mass spectrometry, emerging single molecule techniques, genome engineering, and integrative analysis toolsets that reveal synergies between these and other distinct modalities such as Health Partners
- Gain a foundation in statistical machine learning to prepare for a career in the information sciences
- Explore the frontiers of biosciences, from precision medicine, to precision agriculture, and emerging fields including molecular ecosystems biology and topological data analysis. Ê
- Expand our foundational understanding of human genome biology working with experts in the West Midlands Genomic Medicine Centre: University Hospital Birmingham is a major contributor to the 100,000 Genomes Project, which is closely integrated with this MSc in Bioinformatics
- Discover new opportunities in one of the fastest growing industrial and academic fields in the United Kingdom and beyond.Ê
Careers
We recognise that as a postgraduate student you are likely to have specific requirements when it comes to planning for your next career step. Employers expect postgraduates to have a range of skills that exceed their subject knowledge. Careers Network offers a range of events and support services that are designed for all students, including postgraduates looking to find their niche in the job market.Ê
The Careers Network also have subject specific careers consultants and advisers for each College so you can be assured the information you receive will be relevant to your subject area.
