Course overview
University Master's Degree in Bioinformatics is a postgraduate (master's) course in life sciences at autonomous-university-of-barcelona in Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain. It takes 1 year (60 ECTS), Faculty of Biosciences; 26 places, with intakes in September (one intake a year; pre-registration usually opens in winter).
autonomous-university-of-barcelona is a public institution, ranked 211 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | autonomous-university-of-barcelona (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain |
| Course | University Master's Degree in Bioinformatics |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Life Sciences |
| Duration | 1 year (60 ECTS), Faculty of Biosciences; 26 places |
| Tuition per year | €4,500 (≈ ₹4.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (one intake a year; pre-registration usually opens in winter) |
| English requirement | Taught 100% in English; CEFR B2 English required (certificate, previous study in English, or interview) |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €4,500 a year, about ₹4.8 lakh.
2026/27 price of €75 per ECTS credit for non-EU students without an EU residence permit × 60 credits; 2027/28 not yet published; small admin fees extra
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Vila Universitària premium studio, shared use2026/27; linen, weekly cleaning, gym and capped water and electricity included | €523per month | ≈ ₹55,438 |
| Vila Universitària premium studio, individual use2026/27; €300 deposit plus one month's rent on arrival | €1,013per month | ≈ ₹1.1 lakh |
| Room in a shared flat, CerdanyolaUAB international support estimate (Barcelona city €260–400) | €180–270per month | ≈ ₹19,080 – ₹28,620 |
| FoodUAB estimate | €250–350per month | ≈ ₹26,500 – ₹37,100 |
| TransportUAB estimate | €60–80per month | ≈ ₹6,360 – ₹8,480 |
Living costs for Spain as a whole: €9,000–14,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at autonomous-university-of-barcelona for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A bachelor's degree from a Spanish university or any institution inside or outside the European Higher Education Area, provided it gives access to postgraduate study in the country where it was issued.
- A relevant subject background; each master's sets its own profile and selection criteria (for example, Bioinformatics prefers life-science, computing, mathematics or physics graduates).
- English at CEFR B2 for English-taught master's, shown by an official certificate, previous study in English or an interview.
- Apply through UAB's online master's pre-enrolment; places are limited (often 26–40 per master's) and pre-registration can close early.
English requirements
For this course: Taught 100% in English; CEFR B2 English required (certificate, previous study in English, or interview).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| English-taught master's | CEFR B2 is the usual level, certified by an official certificate (such as IELTS or TOEFL), native language, or previous study in English. |
| No certificate | Some master's, such as Bioinformatics, may interview applicants who do not provide an English certificate. |
| Catalan or Spanish-taught degrees | Most bachelor's and many master's are taught in Catalan or Spanish and need B2 in that language. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (one intake a year; pre-registration usually opens in winter).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in SpainHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Spain, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Bachelor's degree certificate and academic transcripts
- CV
- English certificate (B2 or above) or proof of previous study in English
- Motivation letter and any documents the specific master's asks for
- Equivalence study fee (€218.15) applies to non-EU degrees where required
About autonomous-university-of-barcelona
The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) was created in 1968; the first faculties opened that October and land for the Bellaterra campus was bought in 1969. It is one of Spain's leading public research universities, recognised as a Campus of International Excellence in 2009, and its campus includes the UAB Research Park, opened in 2007 with Spain's national research council (CSIC) and IRTA.
UAB is strongest in the sciences, engineering, economics, biosciences and medicine. Its campus hosts research centres in nanotechnology, photonics, computer vision and biomedicine, which feed directly into its English-taught master's programmes.
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FAQs
What is the fee for University Master's Degree in Bioinformatics at autonomous-university-of-barcelona?
The tuition for international students is €4,500 a year (about ₹4.8 lakh). 2026/27 price of €75 per ECTS credit for non-EU students without an EU residence permit × 60 credits; 2027/28 not yet published; small admin fees extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is University Master's Degree in Bioinformatics?
The course takes 1 year (60 ECTS), Faculty of Biosciences; 26 places.
What English score do I need?
Taught 100% in English; CEFR B2 English required (certificate, previous study in English, or interview). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (one intake a year; pre-registration usually opens in winter). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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