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Deggendorf Institut of Technology

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Life Science Informatics

Subjects: Life Science;Informatics

M.Sc. | Master of Science

⏳ Duration

3 Semesters

🔠 Teaching Language

English

💶 Application Fee non-EU

50 EUR

💶 Cost per Semester ?

370.0 EUR

💶 Tuition Fees per Semester

No Tuition Fee

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer

No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter

15.07.

Course description

Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technology generates vast amounts of data rapidly. Analyzing and understanding the human genome, epigenome, and transcriptome is increasingly challenging. It's crucial to create a robust interface between biologists, chemists, physicians, and pharmacists. Research in life sciences has outgrown the lab. The data from decoding genetic material of humans, animals, or plants must be processed and correlated to be useful. This is the role of life science informatics. In the study of subjects like the human genome, epigenome, and transcriptome, the need for collaboration is paramount. Programs in life sciences now demand a seamless integration of expertise from various fields. The data produced by NGS technology is immense and requires sophisticated processing to extract meaningful insights. Life science informatics bridges the gap, ensuring that the information is not only accessible but also actionable. By fostering a collaborative environment, we can better tackle the complexities of genetic data. This approach ensures that the insights gained are comprehensive and beneficial across multiple disciplines. The goal is to make the vast amounts of data generated by NGS technology usable and impactful, driving forward our understanding of life at a molecular level.

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Program Information

Study Location	Deggendorf
Start Semester	Winter
Study Form	Full-time
Study Type	Postgraduate
Teaching Language	English
Dual	No
Remote	No
Application Fee non-EU	50 EUR
Study Length	3 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester	No Tuition Fee
Cost per Semester	370.0 EUR

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⏱️ Application Start Summer

No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer

No information

⏱️ Application Start Winter

01.05.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter

15.07.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

CEFR	B2
IELTS	6.5
Cambridge (CAE)	No information
TOEFL IBT	No information

72 - 94 points listening 400-485 points, reading 385- 450 points 5.5 - 6.5 points in each section B2 59 - 75 points

Qualification Requirements

Completed studies in natural sciences, biomedicine, or informatics with a B.Sc. degree. A successfully completed assessment test, information about the assessment test The admission test for the winter semester 2023/2024 will take place on 16 May 2023 and 20 June 2023. You cannot chose the date. You will be invited to one of the tests. English skills at C1 level (see language requirements) Knowledge of German at level A2 (see language requirements)

Document Requirements

University entrance qualification Copy of your identity card Curriculum vitae Proof of language proficiency, if applicable Certificate of exmatriculation, if you have already studied Only for applicants to a joint degree programme or a degree programme with in-depth practical experience: contract with a company For Master's degree applicants only: bachelor's degree certificate and grade sheet