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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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The field of biological data science and computational biology is fast growing. Globally, there is an increasing need for experts with the right knowledge and skills.
Data science in biology is particularly important for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. The design of this course reflects our extensive industry interactions.
On this biological data science course you will learn a wide range of skills and knowledge. This will prepare you for a career in a variety of academic, industrial and science sectors.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are the future of many different fields. You could also use the data science skills you learn in a range of other careers.
As a new data scientist, you will build your programming skills for data analysis. You will learn about algorithms for machine learning, statistical analysis and data modelling.
We welcome students with a range of backgrounds onto this postgraduate course. These include biological science, biomedical science, physics, computing, and mathematics. You will get training in the areas you are less familiar with.
A UK Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) degree. Your degree should be in biological, biochemical, or biomedical sciences or physics, computing or mathematics.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,000 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£11,000 per year
Students from England
£11,000 per year
Students from Wales
£11,000 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
£16,995 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£16,995 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London