{"id":310,"date":"2020-02-20T16:51:55","date_gmt":"2020-02-20T16:51:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advanced.jhu.edu\/academics\/graduate\/ms-in-bioinformatics\/"},"modified":"2026-05-08T13:40:04","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:40:04","slug":"ms-bioinformatics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/advanced.jhu.edu\/academics\/graduate\/ms-bioinformatics\/","title":{"rendered":"MS in Bioinformatics"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>MS in Bioinformatics Program Overview<\/h2>\n<p>As the healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries become more reliant on complex data analysis and artificial intelligence, the need for experts with both biological knowledge and programming and quantitative skills will continue to increase.<\/p>\n<p>The Johns Hopkins MS in Bioinformatics combines studies in data and computer sciences with biological science areas, including molecular biology, biochemistry, personalized medicine, and genomic sequencing. You\u2019ll also explore current issues and gain practical skills through courses in both computer science and biotechnology.<\/p>\n<h3>Expand or Advance Your Career<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you already work in the bioinformatics field, you&#8217;re looking to propel your career forward, or you\u2019re looking to change careers, this master\u2019s program will prepare you for a range of roles in this dynamic and growing profession. This advanced degree can take you to organizations in multiple sectors, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Government<\/li>\n<li>Education<\/li>\n<li>Environmental Sciences<\/li>\n<li>Medical Sciences<\/li>\n<li>Pharmaceuticals<\/li>\n<li>Biotechnology<\/li>\n<li>Software Development<\/li>\n<li>Consulting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The MS in Bioinformatics degree also serves as a foundation for medical school, law school, or advanced study in public health.<\/p>\n<h3>Study on Your Terms<\/h3>\n<p>Take classes at our Baltimore campus, or participate in course work from home. 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