Applied Bioinformatics MSc
Provided by King's College London GKT School of Medical Education
About the course
Our MSc in Applied Bioinformatics starts with an Introductory module that is tailored to the needs and academic background of our students. Students can select either 'Fundamentals of Programming for Biologists' OR 'Principles of Molecular Biology for Computer Scientists'. This Introductory module is followed by four modules covering advanced programming and cloud computing, fundamentals of statistics, omics techniques, data management and stewardship. Students will also take one optional module, choosing from AI and Machine Learning or System Biology. Finally, students will apply their skills in an extended research project (6 months). They will be able to select their topic from a broad catalogue, reflecting the breadth of bioinformatics expertise within King’s.Aims of the course are:• Develop the skills you need to analyse, interpret, and integrate biological data• Explore how to apply methods from information technology, maths, computer science and statistics to solve problems in biological science• Understand how data and bioinformatic skills can be applied in both industry and academic settings – including gene therapy, cancer studies and drug discovery• Gain transferable core skills such as data management, data wrangling, data visualisation and programming that can be applied to careers in data science across many different sectors
Base campuses
Guy’s Campus
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, and the Institute of Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience are based at the riverside Guy's Campus, next to the Shard.
Waterloo Campus
Waterloo campus is home of the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery and facilities for other faculties
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Regulating bodies
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
Teaching methods - what to expect
This practically oriented program will be taught through a combination of lectures and workshops. The course also requires a significant element of self-study.
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Assessment
- Coursework
- Exams
- Group projects
Performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework, group projects and written examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include presentations, short-answer questions, practical write-ups and written examinations. Most 15-credit modules are assessed by coursework only or examination only. For the remaining modules coursework typically contributes 40% and examinations approximately 60% of the final mark.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Structure
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits. King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Required modules
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits. You are required to take:
Optional modules
You must take enough modules to bring your total for the year to 180, from a range of optional modules, which will typically include: At the outset of the course, one of:
*These optional modules have to be approved by the programme team which will decide which module the student can attend based on their BSc. Later on, one of:
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Tuition Fees
UK:
Full time: £16,950 per year (2025/26)
International:
Full time: £35,800 per year (2025/26)
These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.
Deposit
If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Deposit payments are credited towards the total tuition fee payment.
The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.
- If you receive an offer before March, payment is due by 20 March.
- If you receive an offer between 1 March and 20 May, payment is due within one month of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer between 21 May and 15 July, payment is due within two weeks of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer between 16 July and 10 August, payment is due within one week of receiving the offer.
- If you receive an offer from 11 August onwards, payment is due within three days of receiving the offer.
If you are a current undergraduate King’s student in receipt of the King's Living Bursary this academic year, you are not required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the programme. Please note, this will not change the total fees payable for your chosen programme.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
Additional Costs
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
- Books if you choose to buy your own copies
- Library fees and fines
- Personal photocopies
- Printing course handouts
- Stationery
- Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
- Graduation costs
- Accommodation fees
Funding
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section .
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| Start date | Venue | |
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| 01 Sep 2025 | Distance learning | Book now |