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| Learn more about the BPG Program Requirements |
The BPG Program at UT offers both a Master's Degree, click here for complete details, and a Certificate in BPG, click here for complete details. The masters degree can be earned either directly, as part of a 5.5-year "pipeline",
that results in both a bachelors and masters degree, or as a combined MD/MSBS program.
Bioinformatics programs generally place more emphasis on either the computer science
or the biomedical aspects of the field. UT’s program falls into the latter category.
However, there are courses in PERL, Java, and SQL programming (for example), and the
Program provides biomedical researchers with a solid introduction to the computational
aspects, or computer science experts with a rigorous introduction to the biomedical
aspects of bioinformatics.
BIOINFORMATICS PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO:
1. Certificate Program (Certificate in Bioinformatics and Biomarkers)
For requirements and application procedures, click here.
Certificate Program Courses in HTML format
2. Masters of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS)
For requirements and scholarship opportunities for Ohio residents, click here
Complete Schedule of Courses for MSBS Degree (pdf version) OR Click here for HTML version
3. Doctor of Medicine/Master of Science in Biomedical Science (MD/MSBS)
This is designed for students already in our MD program, who want preparation for
clinical research in gene therapy, biomarker discovery, or other aspects of cutting-edge
medicine. It involves one year of coursework and research between the 2nd and 3rd
years of the standard medical curriculum. Apply during Fall term of 2nd year. Contact
us for more information.
4. Dual-Degree "Pipeline" Program
In FIVE YEARS, RECEIVE A DUAL-DEGREE - BS in Biological Sciences and MS in Biomedical
Sciences with a concentration in Bioinformatics & Proteomics/Genomics. For Pipeline
description & course information click here to view in HTML format.
In addition, as an Ohio resident, you are eligible to apply for the Choose Ohio First Scholarship in Bioinformatics.
The following cost comparison is based on a student being an Ohio resident, and is calculated on the current rate of tuition and fees. It is approximate. The totals include tuition and miscellaneous fees.
COST COMPARISON: Pipeline vs BS+MSBS Taken Separately
$72,462: BS and MS taken separately (100% tuition/fees)
$59,550: Pipeline program (82% of tuition/fees AND 1-2 years time saved
$44,316: Pipeline w/COF scholarship (61% of tuition/fees)
SAVE NEARLY 40% ON YOUR TOTAL UNIVERSITY COST!
<<< YouTube VIDEO Presentation >>> (A 6 minute dual-degree explanation)
5. NEW "PSM" Degree: BIOMARKERS AND DIAGNOSTIC PROFESSIONAL SCIENCE MASTERS DEGREE
A PSM degree in Biomarkers and Diagnostics is now available at the University of Toledo.
This new and exciting graduate degree provides advanced training in science and business
skills in approximately 18 months, without an MBA or PhD. Students are exposed to current,
cutting edge topics, such as, genetics, molecular biology, protein structure, along
with business skills and leadership development. Click here for complete details in HTML format. The following link will take you to the UT PSM website. http://www.utoledo.edu/med/depts/bioinfo/bidi/index.html
The Professional Science Master's National website can be found here.
The grid below contains links to specific information depending on your present status, and your desired degree.
Find your present status across the top of the grid, then choose the Program you are interested in on the left side. Click on the connecting link, which will take you to a description and the requirements for that Program.
If you are currently a(n):
| PROGRAM |
Undergraduate |
PharmD or |
UT MD Student | BGSU student |
| UT PhD | ||||
| Certificate in Bioinformatics & Biomarkers | (N/A) | go | go | go |
| MSBS in BPG | go | go | (N/A) | go |
| MD/MSBS | (N/A) | (N/A) | go | (N/A) |
| BS/MSBS PIPELINE | go | (N/A) | (N/A) | (N/A) |
USEFUL REFERENCES & WEBSITES FOR BIOINFORMATICS EDUCATION
1. WHAT IS BIOINFORMATICS? http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/About/primer/bioinformatics.html
2. NY Times article on Bioinformatics as a career: Key Quote: "There is demand for
people trained in bioinformatics . . . (click below to read entire article)
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/01/business/dna-sequencing-caught-in-deluge-of-data.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all
3. A Quick Guide for Developing Effective Bioinformatics Programming Skills, Joel
T. Dudley, Atul J. Butte
http://www.ploscompbiol.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pcbi.1000589
4. The Bioinformatics.org page answers many questions about research, education and
careers in bioinformatics.
http://www.bioinformatics.org/wiki/Main_Page
5. Graduate Student Handbook 2009-2010 (Health Science Campus)
http://www.utoledo.edu/graduate/hsc/hsc_handbook10/index.html
For additional information about becoming a BPG student, BPG research at UT, or use
of the BPG core facilities, contact the BPG Secretary, Ms. JoAnne Gray, 419-383-6883, or the BPG Program Director, Dr. Robert M. Blumenthal, 419-383-5422.
