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Stellenbosch University

Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

The Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology in Computer and Information Systems is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology offered by Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Science

The Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology is a full-time, research degree on a topic agreed to by your supervisor.  Depending on your background, some coursework may be prescribed by the Post-Graduate Committee of the Centre for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology.  Applications for this degree are accepted at any time.  You need a minimum of 65% in a BScHons degree in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology or a related field. 

Programme Content

Independent research on an approved topic as determined by the supervisor(s) and leading to a thesis is required. This programme consists of a 100% thesis.

Compulsory Module

Thesis: Bioinformatics and

Computational Biology

Assessment and Examination

After completion of the research you must submit a thesis for examination to the satisfaction of the appointed examiners and do an oral examination.