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MA/MS in Computer Science: Bioinformatics

Universiteit Leiden

Leiden, South Holland, NetherlandsWorld Rank #109

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MA/MS in Computer Science: Bioinformatics at Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands is a master's degree in Engineering & Technology programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 22,500 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Engineering & Technology
Duration: 2 years
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 22,500 / year

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed May 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Bioinformatics master's specialisation integrates concepts and methods from both mathematics and computer science with (molecular) biology and biochemistry.

 

It focuses on research, development and application of computational tools and approaches for expanding the use of biological, medical, behavioral and health data. This includes many aspects from acquiring to analyzing and to visualizing data. The specialisation also deals with the development and application of data-analytical and theoretical methods, mathematical modelling and computational simulation techniques to the study of biological, behavioural, and social systems.

 

Do you want to contribute to the identification of new fundamental computer science principles and the development of new informatics tools? Do you like to address issues such as data capturing, data warehousing, data analysis and data mining within a marriage of disciplines? Then the master's specialisation in Bioinformatics is the right choice.

About Universiteit Leiden

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1575
World rank: #109
Programs: 238
Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Computer Science: Bioinformatics award?

Universiteit Leiden awards a Master's Degree in the field of Engineering & Technology on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Computer Science: Bioinformatics take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Computer Science: Bioinformatics cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 22,500 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Computer Science: Bioinformatics taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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