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M.Sc. Bioinformatics

University of Potsdam Potsdam

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Aug
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About the programme

The University of Potsdam is a renowned institution located in the beautiful city of Potsdam, Germany. It offers a wide range of courses, including the highly sought-after Bioinformatics program. This course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to analyze and interpret complex biological data using computational tools and techniques. The University of Potsdam provides state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty members to ensure that students receive a high-quality education in Bioinformatics. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue careers in research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and other related fields.

Fields of study

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

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Bioinformatics at University of Potsdam

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
Reading
6
Writing
6
Listening
6
Speaking
6
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The master's degree program in Bioinformatics recognizes the following certifictes:

Certificate of a German general higher education entrance qualification with documentation of English as a foreign language during the qualifiying phase, or a certificate of a higher education entrance qualification with the confirmation of the B2 level

UNIcert: at least II

TOEFL Internet Based Test: at least 75 points

First Certificate in English: at least a grade of B

IELTS with at least 6.0 points and at least 5.0 points in each field

Certificate of a degree from an English-language degree program at an accredited institution of higher education

Certificate of a general higher education entrance qualification from an English-taught course of education and acquired in a country with English as official language

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German language

German for application
A2
German for enrollment
A2
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German language skills commensurate with the A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
140

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

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Undergraduate degree, such as a bachelor’s degree. Your degree can be in biology. Other successfully completed university degrees in bioinformatics, computer science, physics or mathematics, not related to teaching programs, and with at least 180 credit points also qualify you for admission, as long as at least 6 credit points in programming can be documented.

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APS verification

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

Prerequisites

Applying for a master‘s degree generally requires you to hold an undergraduate degree, such as a bachelor‘s degree. Your degree can be in biology. Other successfully completed university degrees in bioinformatics, computer science, physics or mathematics, not related to teaching programs, and with at least 180 credit points also qualify you for admission, as long as at least 6 credit points in programming can be documented. The Language of instruction is English. Therefore the program additionally requires proof of good English-language skills corresponding at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and, if German is not your native language, also German language skills commensurate with the A2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. You can find the exact prerequisites for admission in the subject-specific admission regulations at: www.uni-potsdam.de/en/studium/studying/legal foundations/zulassungsordnungen-fuer-master

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Bioinformatics

Programme-specific documents

1.Application form

2.Passport Certificates

3. Bachelor Degree Certificate/Provisional Degree Certificate

4.Bachelor Degree Transcripts

5. Bachelor Degree Grading System Certificate

6.Secondary School Certificates(10+12)

7.SOP

8. LOR's

9.CV

10. ECTS Form(if any)

Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Summer semester 2024

Application deadline: This degree program does not accept first semester applications for the Summer semester intake.

Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documents:

(1) Proof of English language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages with a certificate listed on the page Required Language Skills for University Studies under English Language Skills Level B2 (CEFR).

(2) Applicants who do not hold German citizenship: Proof of German language proficiency on the level of at least A2 (CEFR) with a certificate listed on the page Required Language Skills for University Studies under German Language Skills Level A2 (CEFR).

In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Bioinformatics at University of Potsdam

Application procedure

The application for most master’s degree programs is done via the uni-assist e.V. application portal. This online portal opens on April 1 for applications for the winter semester, and on November 1 for the summer semester.

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Application quick facts

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online

APS

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Application fee

75 EUR

Address

Please send your application to this address*:

uni-assist e.V.

11507 Berlin

GERMANY

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

316 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,536 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

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