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Bioinformatics

Freie Universität Berlin
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline May, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Berlin, Germany
Language English

Program Overview

The Bioinformatics at Freie Universität Berlin is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Bioinformatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 5
  5. Location: Berlin, Germany

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bioinformatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Algorithms
  2. Genomics
  3. Numerical Mathematics
  4. Optimization
  5. Statistics
  6. Research Internship
  7. Biodiversity and Evolution
  8. Medical Bioinformatics
  9. Network Analysis
  10. Physiology
  11. Sequence Analysis
  12. Structural Bioinformatics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission Requirements:

For admittance to the master’s program applicants need to fulfill the following admission requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics with components in mathematics, computer science, chemistry/biochemistry, biology, and bioinformatics that correspond to the bachelor’s degree program in bioinformatics at Freie Universität Berlin, or an equivalent degree.

  • Proof of English language skills (level B1 CEFR or equivalent).

The admission is limited.

English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

May, 2027

About Freie Universität Berlin

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Freie Universität Berlin

Berlin, Germany

public research university in Berlin, Germany

University Profile
  • Application Deadline May, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months