Prerequisites

Prospective students for graduate study in bioinformatics will be expected to have introductory background in both informatics and biology. Approximately six undergraduate credit hours of coursework in biology, covering areas of molecular biology, genetics and evolution is expected. Students need approximately six undergraduate credit hours of computer science or informatics coursework, covering areas of programming, discrete structures and data structures. Potential applicants not having completed these prerequisites may need to take appropriate undergraduate courses to ensure regular progress through the program.

Requirements

To receive the Master of Science degree, the applicant must be admitted as a graduate student and complete 36 credits in bioinformatics related courses numbered 500 or above as listed below. The curriculum includes a set of core and elective courses covering concepts and training in bioinformatics, biosciences, informatics, and computer science. The integration of knowledge from biology, computing, mathematics, and related areas will be stressed, but the primary emphasis is on providing a strong foundation in the areas of computation and informatics.

Courses