Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Bioinformatics provides cross-disciplinary training in biology, computer science, and information technology—along with real-world experience. The program prepares graduates to play pivotal roles in today’s cutting-edge life sciences, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries focused on genomics, proteomics, personalized medicine, drug discovery, and cancer therapy.

Why choose Northeastern University?

Our curriculum combines core bioinformatics programming courses with a diverse range of electives that offers students the flexibility to specialize and build broader knowledge in both the life sciences and computer science.
Northeastern University’s signature experiential learning model—called co-op—connects students with leading industry employers through our signature four-, six-, or eight-month optional co-op.
Our students receive a solid, experience-based foundation in the field that gives them a competitive edge in the high-demand job market for trained bioinformaticians.
Our on-ground courses run in the evening to accommodate working professionals. Our online format allows students to participate in the program anywhere in the world.

The MS Bioinformatics curriculum comprises 32 total semester hours plus an optional co-op. Review detailed program requirements here.

Source: https://cos.northeastern.edu/bioinformatics/academics/ms-in-bioinformatics/

There is an increasing demand for scientists with skills in computational data analytics. The Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics offers professionals working in the research, healthcare, and pharmaceutical industries the ability to employ bioinformatics algorithms and techniques to biological problems in their current practice. It also gives people looking to switch careers the data and genomic analysis skills needed to be more competitive in the biological and pharmaceutical industries.

The graduate certificate is comprised of four courses, three bioinformatics courses and one 3-4 credit elective, for a total of 15-16 semester hours (SH).

BINF 6308 Bioinformatics Computational Methods 1 (4 SH)
BINF 6309 Bioinformatics Computational Methods 2 (4 SH)
BINF 6200 Bioinformatics Programming (4 SH)
Graduate Elective (3-4 SH)

Students can earn the certificate in as little as eight months.

Source: https://cos.northeastern.edu/bioinformatics/academics/graduate-certificate/

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