Program Overview
The Bioinformatics at McGill University is a MSc programme in Humanities taught in English, French, 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 Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English, French
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 15,347 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,274 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Québec, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bioinformatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- COMP 691 Thesis Research 1 (3 credits)
- COMP 696 Thesis Research 2 (3 credits)
- COMP 697 Thesis Research 3 (4 credits)
- COMP 698 Thesis Research 4 (10 credits)
- COMP 699 Thesis Research 5 (12 credits)
- COMP 616D1 Bioinformatics Seminar (1.5 credits)
- COMP 616D2 Bioinformatics Seminar (1.5 credits)
- COMP 601 Thesis Literature Review (2 credits)
- BINF 621 Bioinformatics: Molecular Biology (3 credits)
- BMDE 652 Bioinformatics: Proteomics (3 credits)
- BTEC 555 Structural Bioinformatics (3 credits)
- COMP 618 Bioinformatics: Functional Genomics (3 credits)
- PHGY 603 Systems Biology and Biophysics (3 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,347 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,274 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,347 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,274 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact McGill University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About McGill University
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