Course Overview
Offered by University of Cambridge, the MPhil Computational Biology provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Cambridge, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 10-month full-time structure. The MPhil in Computational Biology course is aimed at introducing students in the biological, mathematical and physcial sciences to quantitative aspects of modern biology and medicine, including bioinformatics. The course has been developed by the Cambridge Computational Biology Institute and is run by the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics. The course is intended for mathematicians, computer scientists and others wishing to learn about the subject in preparation for a PhD course or a career in industry. A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Learning outcomes After completing the MPhil in Computational Biology, students will be expected to have: Continuing MPhil students wishing to apply for a PhD at Cambridge must apply via the Postgraduate Admissions website for continuation by the relevant deadline. Taught Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics This course is advertised in multiple departments. Similar Courses Medical Science (CRUK CI) PhD Biological Science (EBI) PhD Biotechnology |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£41,064
per year
Home Student Fee
£15,672
regulated fee
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