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MA/MS in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, Maryland, United States•QS 2027 #20 =

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MA/MS in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, United States is a master's degree in Biological Sciences programme. The programme is delivered in a hybrid format. Teaching is in en.

Also offered as: Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Biological Sciences
Delivery: Hybrid
Language: en

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: e-catalogue.jhu.edu ·

Program details

Overview

This master's degree is a collaboration between two Johns Hopkins schools, Arts and Sciences and Engineering. It merges computing, biology and bioinformatics training for people who want to build careers in the field. The curriculum totals eleven courses. Three are required, five come from a customizable core group, one is a biotechnology elective, and the remainder are further electives. Writing a thesis is possible but optional. Learners may study full time or part time, on site, entirely online, or with a mixture. Admission expects a bachelor's degree in biology-related science or engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applicants send a resume and a one-page personal statement, and they should have prior coursework in organic chemistry, biochemistry, programming, data structures, statistics and calculus.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Undergraduate degree in the biological sciences or engineering with at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; resume; one-page statement of purpose; prerequisites: organic chemistry, biochemistry, introductory programming, data structures, probability/statistics, calculus.
Type Test Min / Max Status Notes
Gpa — 3.00 4.0 scale Optional —

About Johns Hopkins University

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Type: University
Control: Private
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1876
Students: 5,693
QS rank: #20 =
Programs: 322
Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology award?

Johns Hopkins University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Biological Sciences on completion of this programme.

Can MA/MS in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

What language is MA/MS in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology taught in?

The programme is taught in en.

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