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Master of Science in Bioinformatics, Animal Sciences Concentration
Master of Science in Bioinformatics, Animal Sciences Concentration
The genomic and proteomic projects are generating large amounts of complex biological data that require effective storage, retrieval, analysis and interpretation. The bioinformatics degree program provides students with the skills necessary to augment the understanding and use of agricultural, biological and medical information and resources through the application of molecular, chemical, physical, computational, statistical, mathematical and informatic techniques.
Students interested in the Master of Science in Bioinformatics Animal Sciences concentration, may come with undergraduate training in one of the following areas: (a) biological and agricultural sciences, (b) statistical, mathematical and computer sciences, (c) informatics and engineering sciences.
Graduates from the Master of Science in Bioinformatics Animal Sciences concentration program will be able to integrate basic and applied concepts in the areas of bioinformatics, biology, computer science and statistics and applied them to biotechnology and medical research.
The Master of Science in Bioinformatics Animal Sciences concentration requires students to complete a minimum of 36 hours, including 28 hours of course work and 8 hours of thesis research. Students must complete a set of required and elective courses including 12 hours in 500-level courses, 8 hours in courses within the Department of Animal Sciences, and 2 hours in the Department of Animal Sciences seminar.