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    Life Science Informatics

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    Bonn, DEMScIn-person2 years
    25
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Bonn, DE.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program covering informatics and mathematics for natural scientists, basic life science informatics, chemoinformatics and computer-aided design of active ingredients, and biology of cell and system biology. Includes topics like biomedical database systems, data mining, machine learning, statistical genetics, medical imaging, algorithmic bioinformatics, with research laboratory modules in collaboration with Fraunhofer Institutes.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €11,904.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn online or in-person?
    Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn is offered in-person.
    How long does Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn take to complete?
    Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn cohort?
    Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn typically enrolls around 25 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn?
    Post-completion work rights for Life Science Informatics at University of Bonn: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)