About the course

BioInformatics involves the application of computing science techniques to solve problems in biological and medical science. It applies techniques from machine learning, data mining, AI, optimization, visualization and simulation and develops new techniques as required. The group is actively working on a wide range of problems in genomics and proteomics including the design of new fundamental algorithms for: 3-D structure prediction, NMR spectrum analysis and multiple sequence alignment, as well as web-based tools for automatic high-throughput sequence annotation. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Edmonton
Fall (August), 2025	Edmonton

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Alberta

Admission to the M.Sc. program is highly competitive. To apply to the Masters Program (M.Sc.) a four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, is required.TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Minimum score = 600 paper, 250 computer based, 100 internet with a minimum score of 20 per section. IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Overall band score of 7.0, with a score of at least 6.0 on each test band. You must have an undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale, over the last 20 half courses to apply.

　　

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　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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