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Bioinformatics

University of Liverpool

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom•QS 2027 #139

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Bioinformatics is a doctorate in Information Systems & Technology programme taught at University of Liverpool in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The programme runs for 3 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is GBP 32,200 per year (GBP 5,238 per year for local students).

Also offered as: Master's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Information Systems & Technology
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: GBP 5,238 / year
International tuition: GBP 32,200 / year

Last checked September 2026 · Source: liverpool.ac.uk ·

Program details

Overview

This PhD examines bioinformatics through computational analysis of biological data, drawing on Liverpool's systems biology institute to address skills shortages in data science and machine learning for academic, health and biotechnology careers.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: You’ll normally be expected to hold both: A UK honours degree, or overseas equivalent, at 2:1 or above, in a relevant subject A UK master’s degree, or overseas equivalent, in a relevant subject.

Application Details

Start Date: Year round
Application Deadline: Year round

About University of Liverpool

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1882
Students: 31,050
QS rank: #139
Programs: 532
Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Bioinformatics award?

University of Liverpool awards a Doctorate in the field of Information Systems & Technology on completion of this programme.

How long does Bioinformatics take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does Bioinformatics cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 32,200 per year (GBP 5,238 per year for local students).

Can Bioinformatics be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Liverpool.

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