Study Bioinformatics: A guide for students from UAE
Study Bioinformatics at a global top 100 university and become part of our international community. Across both of our campuses, we have over 10,000 students from approximately 150 countries. We currently have a number of students from the UAE following a range of foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the University.
Our MSc Bioinformatics programme is available at both our Birmingham and Dubai campuses. Whichever campus you choose, you can be assured that you will receive the same high-quality education taught by leading experts in their field.
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Entry requirements
We welcome students from a range of backgrounds including those who have a 2:1 or equivalent degree in biology, mathematics, computer science or other relevant subjects.
The University will consider students who hold a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the UAE. Holders of a Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.
Details regarding alternative qualification equivalents and further entry criteria can be found on our website.
Fees and funding
Annual tuition fees for 2024/25 entry:
UK study
£29,340 (International)
Dubai study
AED 138,456
To reward outstanding achievement and to help ensure that fears about finance do not constrain our students, we are pleased to offer a number of prestigious international scholarships.
Looking to study in Dubai? We have up to 40% scholarships available for all students.
Explore our postgraduate funding database to find out more!