Master of Science [M.S] (Computational Biology and Bioinformatics)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #11 out of 1374 by THE Global Ranking 2024
$1,723 /Yr
CHf1,460 /Yr
- The Master´s degree program in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics from ETH Zurich is offered in cooperation with the University of Basel and the University of Zurich. Applications handled by ETH Zurich.
- The teaching offer includes lectures in biology, computer science and mathematics, in addition to tasks where practical experience in research projects may be gathered. The programme contains only one compulsory course. Students draw up their own individual curricula with help from a personal mentor.
- Core courses grouped in four areas:bioinformatics, biophysics, biosystems and big data
- General courses: methods in computer science; advanced courses for in-depth studies; science in perspective
- Transfer: lab rotations in bioinformatics, computer science and experimental biology
- Option for 8 week industrial internship (up to 8 weeks as part of the programme, longer internships will delay completion of studies beyond 2 years)
- Application: Master Thesis (6 months)
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Start Date For 2025 Intake | Dec 1, 2024 |
Application Deadline For 2024 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $1723 (CHF 1460) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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RENT | $12036 (CHF 10200) |
MEAL | $7930 (CHF 6720) |
BOOKS | $1770 (CHF 1500) |
PERSONAL EXPENSES | $2266 (CHF 1920) |
Total Cost | $24002 (CHF 20340) |
- Compulsory semester fee 74.00 CHF (6789 INR)
- Solidarity Fund for Foreign Students 5.00 CHF (458 INR)
- SOSeth membership (in German) 5.00 CHF ( 458 INR)
- Student Union VSETH membership (in German) 10.00 CHF (917 INR)
- Health Insurance 1320 CHF (1,21,115 INR)
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biology, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Biomedicine, or other disciplines with a strong theoretical-mathematical background
- A strong academic record in mathematics, statistics, and computer science.
- Evidence of research experience in computational biology or bioinformatics.
- A well-written motivation letter
- Applicants must have a good command of English. They must submit a certificate of English proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL.The minimum required level is C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Required Document List
- Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics or a related field from a recognized university. Transcripts must be translated into English or German and must be certified by an authorized translator.
- Applicants must have a valid language certificate in German or English. The minimum required level is B2 for German and C1 for English.
- Applicants must submit a CV that summarizes their academic and professional experience
- Applicants must submit their GRE test scores
- Applicants must submit a motivation letter that explains their interest in the ETH Zurich Master of Computational Biology and Bioinformatics program and their career goals
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