M.S. in Computational Biology |
University/Institute: Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) |
Location: United States - Pittsburgh |
Focus: Computational Biology |
Recommended Undergraduate Degrees: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Math/Statistics |
Degree Offered: MS/MSc/MA/M.Eng (2 years)MS/MSc/MA/M.Eng (Major/Primary Degree) |
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Key characteristics of program:
Making sense of advances in biomedical science and of the knowledge explosion in domains such as genetics, drug design, neuroscience, and environmental health requires both a sophisticated understanding of biological questions and powerful analytical tools to solve them. The integrated discipline of computational biology/bioinformatics represents the application of modern computer science, statistics, and mathematics to exploring biological and biomedical problems. The Department of Biological Sciences in the Mellon College of Science and the Computational Biology Department in the School of Computer Science combine their world-class strengths in computer science and biology with the strong tradition of interdisciplinary research at Carnegie Mellon into a unique training program in this emerging field. |
Program Goals:
The M.S. in Computational Biology program enrolls students who desire a more immediate career in industry or who wish to explore computational biology without committing to a doctoral program. It also draws returning professionals who seek to enhance their skills and practices in this new interdisciplinary field. |
Additional Information |
Year Program Established: 2005
Average number of applicants per year: 400 |
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