Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics

Master

In Belfast City

£ 4,000 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Belfast city (Northern Ireland)

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Overview: Bioinformatics is developing software and algorithms to interrogate 'Big Data', now at the heart of medical research, discovery and practice. The past decade has seen enormous advances in molecular and biomedical technology resulting in the ‘omics’ revolution.



WHAT'S INVOLVED? You’ll be looking at the big data to find patterns that others can’t see, gaining access to data sets that have not yet been analysed.



You’ll discover results that translate to the real world, through commercialisation or clinical trials to tackle diseases. You’ll use your vision to find unique solutions to medical problems, and by the end of the degree you’ll be ready to work within a multidisciplinary team with bioinformaticians, biologists and clinicians.    For more information, watch our recent webinar! Why Queen's?You'll be involved with our Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology, who work with partners around the world in developing cancer treatments and pioneering advances in patient care.



The Centre has an international reputation for successful dissemination and application of cutting edge research, knowledge transfer and the commercialisation of research ideas and innovations. ABOUT YOU You might be a computer scientist or mathematician looking to cross over into life sciences and medical research, or come from a biomedical background but keen to acquire new skills. 



You are creative, curious and tenacious and like looking at things from a different angle. "Our course has been designed to equip the next generation of bioinformatics graduates with the skills and knowledge to tackle the major challenge in medical research: how to translate ‘big data’ analysis into personalised treatments for patients.” Darragh McArt, ‎Lecturer in Translational Bioinformatics  ...

Facilities

Location

Start date

Belfast City (County Antrim)
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University Road, BT7 1NN

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a Natural Science subject, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a relevant medical subject (eg Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences). The programme is open to graduates in computer science, life sciences, physics or statistics. INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS For information on international qualification equivalents please select Your Country from the list on our International Students website. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL...

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Subjects

  • Bioinformatics
  • Medical training
  • Medical
  • Medical Research
  • Genomics
  • Cell Biology
  • Biology
  • Computational
  • Biomedical
  • Technology

Course programme

Course Details

A fascinating and challenging set of subjects, this Masters degree will provide students with a background in computational or life sciences, to move across to an exciting new area of discovery, technology and applications.

You’ll begin with an introductory short course (two weeks at the beginning of the first semester) in Cell Biology, followed by modules in:

  • Digital Pathology
  • Applied Genomics
  • Analysis of Gene Expression
  • Genomics and Human Disease
  • Scientific Programming and Statistical Computing
  • Biostatistical Informatics
  • Research Project: Dissertation

We provide a broad learning base and offer training in open-source programming languages commonly used in academia and industry.

The research projects are mainly split between the Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology, and the Centre for Experimental Medicine. You’ll be working with supervisors who are actively conducting research into the causes and treatments of inflammatory disease and cancer. There are also opportunities to work on research projects with our industrial partners.

ENVIRONMENT
You’ll be taught by active researchers including several biologists, one pathologist and two mathematicians/ statisticians. We also have teaching input from our industrial partners.

During the research projects, you may have the opportunity to work alongside PhD students in open-plan environments on-campus, but the course is flexible.

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Assessment & Feedback

Assessment for the modules will be based on 100 per cent coursework/in-class tests/dissertation. Students who pass all of the taught modules but who fail to achieve a mark of at least 50 per cent in the dissertation are eligible for the award of a PG Diploma.

Learning and Teaching

We provide a range of learning experiences which enable our students to engage with subject experts, develop attributes and perspectives that will equip them for life and work in an advanced society making use of innovative technologies.

Across a combination of morning and afternoon classes, examples of the opportunities provided for learning on this course are lectures, practical experiences, E-Learning technologies, Self-directed study and added value qualifications to enhance employability.

Additional information

The rapid development of 'omics' and the explosion of molecular data available across medicine and life sciences, has meant that individuals with experience in this field are highly sought after. CAREERS Typical careers might involve working or undertaking research in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Diagnostic Industry, in medical research centres and in academic institutions. I am currently working in Fios Genomics in Edinburgh, Scotland. My work is very closely related to the content of the course, particularly the...

Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics

£ 4,000 + VAT