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Bioinformatics Master of Science (Joint Degree with LMU)

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  • Winter and summer
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  • Bilingual
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

Bioinformatics is a Master of Science offered by TUM together with Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), with Munich and Garching as its locations. German is the required language for admission. It runs full-time for four semesters with 120 ECTS, you can start in the winter or the summer semester, and you apply via LMU. Bioinformatics combines informatics, mathematics and statistics with the life sciences, such as biology, chemistry, pharmacy, medicine, biotechnology and food technology. The programme gives you great freedom to specialise. In the first three semesters the focus is on electives from all areas of study, chosen to match your interests, alongside a Master's internship, and the Master's thesis in the fourth semester usually ties into ongoing research. Graduates can move into research through a doctorate or develop bioinformatics applications in industry, where the field is seen as a key technology.

Fields of study

Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
Bioinformatics(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Bioinformatics Master of Science (Joint Degree with LMU) at Technical University of Munich (TU Munich - TUM)

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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6.5

If you wish to submit a confirmation of your language of instruction as proof of your English language proficiency, the confirmation has to be issued by an administrative unit of the university (e.g. Examination Office, Registrars Office, Deans Office) on official university paper and has to bear a seal and an original signature.

German language

German for application
C1
German for enrollment
C1

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Required
GMAT
Not required
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Required


Optional


 All master’s degree programs offered by the Department of Informatics: GRE (general) or GATE, if you have completed your qualification for postgraduate studies (e.g. your bachelor’s) in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, China or Iran. Minimum score: QR 157, AW 3,5.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

For the Master's degree program in Bioinformatics, you need the usual requirements for admission to a university degree and a Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics. In addition, the Ludwig Maximilian University is introducing Aptitude test (opens in a new tab) through.

To be admitted to the Master's degree programme in Bioinformatics, a completed bachelor's degree in the bioinformatics (or a degree that is substantially the same skills and knowledge) is necessary, as it is a this is a consecutive Master's degree programme. A bachelor's degree in computer science, biology, or biotechnology is usually not sufficient.

completed bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics.

  • Your application (opens in a new tab) must be accompanied by the following documents (to be uploaded as one single PDF-file maximal 10 MB): a short tabular curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of the "Abitur" certificate (GCSE A-levels) or an equivalent document which enables you to study at a German university [if the certificate is not in German, English or French, an authorized translation is required];
  • a copy of your Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics (or equivalent) including a grade point average [if a certificate of your Bachelor's degree is not available at the time of application, please provide your current _Transcript of Records_ signed and sealed by the examination board of your university, which must include a grade point average of your already attended courses; if the certificate is not in German, English or French, an authorized translation is needed];
  • an essay (German or English) of up to 1,000 words on the following topic: _"Why am I able to and why do I want to study Bioinformatics"._

After submission of the application form (opens in a new tab) a completed application form will be mailed as a PDF file to your e-mail address. Please send back the printed and signed application form via ordinary mail.

The admission to the Bioinformatics Program (Master) at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) and Technische Universität München (TUM) is contingent upon successful completion of an aptitude assessment exam. The deadline for application to the Assessment of Aptitude is July 15 or January 15 for the next winter term or summer term, respectively.

Application and Enrollment — BIM (opens in a new tab)

Any interviews required as part of _of the aptitude test_ is expected to take place via video conference take place.

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What to prepare for your application to Bioinformatics Master of Science (Joint Degree with LMU)

Programme-specific documents

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This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

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Application quick facts

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Direct to university

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Technical University of Munich

Arcisstrasse 21

80333 Munich

Fax: +49 (0)89-289-22000

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

85 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,074 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

If you're a non-EU student, expect to pay tuition at TUM, but LMU remains tuition-free

TUM No tuition fees for international students from third countries are charged for this degree program.

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