Master of Science in Bioinformatics
DURATION
16 up to 24 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Mar 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
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Introduction
Biology, meet big data. At the intersection of computer science and the life sciences is bioinformatics, an industry that fuels scientific discovery and is essential in all areas of biotechnology, including personalized medicine, drug and vaccine development, and database/software development for biomedical data.
As the healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries become more reliant on complex data analysis and artificial intelligence, the need for experts with both biological knowledge and programming and quantitative skills will continue to increase.
The Johns Hopkins MS in Bioinformatics program combines studies in data and computer sciences with biological science areas, including molecular biology, biochemistry, personalized medicine, and genomic sequencing. You’ll also explore current issues and gain practical skills through courses in both computer science and biotechnology.
Expand or Advance Your Career
Whether you already work in the bioinformatics field, are looking to advance your career, or looking to change careers, this master’s program will prepare you for a range of roles in a dynamic and growing profession. The MS in Bioinformatics program can support careers in multiple sectors, including:
- Government
- Education
- Environmental Sciences
- Medical Sciences
- Pharmaceuticals
- Biotechnology
- Software Development
- Consulting
The MS in Bioinformatics degree also serves as a foundation for medical school, law school, or advanced study in public health.
Study on Your Terms
Take classes at our Baltimore campus, or participate in coursework from home. Designed for working adults, this program is flexible, with online and onsite options for both part-time and full-time students.
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Curriculum
This Master of Science degree is a blended program offering courses from the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and the Whiting School of Engineering. The curriculum is designed around two required core courses, three customizable core courses, and six elective courses. Based on your course selections, you will earn between 36-42 credits.
Additionally, this degree program offers an optional culminating experience of a thesis as a 12th course, for four additional credits at full tuition.
Rankings
- Johns Hopkins University ranked #15 in the 2023 Times Higher Education world university rankings.
- Johns Hopkins University ranked #7 in the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report national rankings.
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Career Opportunities
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Occupations
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- Bioinformatics Scientists
- Bioinformatics Technicians
- Clinical Data Managers
- Biostatisticians
- Natural Sciences Managers
- Clinical Research Coordinators
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists
- Biological Technicians
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