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Master of Computational Biology and Quantitative Genetics

About the program

Two-year SM for bioinformatics careers.

Use mathematical reasoning and quantitative methods to analyze problems in Computational Biology and Quantitative Genetics. Evaluate assumptions
Explain conclusions
And communicate results precisely.

Required courses include Applied Regression Methods
Introductory Genomics and Bioinformatics for Health Research
Epidemiology Methods I and Molecular Biology for Epidemiologists
Plus track courses such as statistical genetics and genomic data manipulation. The 80-credit programme runs two years full-time.

Bachelor degree or equivalent (three- or four-year degree for international applicants)
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation and statement of purpose
GRE
Writing sample and personal statement depend on the programme
TOEFL iBT 5 (Speaking 4.5) or IELTS 7 (Speaking 6.5) unless the undergraduate degree was taught in English.

Bachelor degree or equivalent (for international applicants a three- or four-year degree from an institution of recognised standing).

Check the programme page for requirements and the deadline
Which varies by programme. Apply online in the GSAS Applicant Portal opens in September
Fall admission only and pay the 105 USD fee by credit card
Waivers are available. Upload transcripts
Three recommendation letters
Statement of purpose
Proof of English proficiency
a writing sample or GRE where the programme asks. Visa documents are not needed at application
Admitted international students receive visa information later.

Campus	Boston (Longwood Medical Area)
Faculty or school	Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Department	Department of Computational Biology and Quantitative Genetics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	80
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
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