Biohealth Computing (English) — Thesis Master’s Program
The Biohealth Computing (English) Master’s with Thesis program at Istanbul University offers advanced interdisciplinary training at the intersection of computational sciences, bioinformatics, and health sciences. Designed for students with a background in computer science, biology, biotechnology or related fields, the program combines computational modeling, data analysis, bioinformatics, and biomedical applications with rigorous scientific coursework and research. Through lab work, data-driven research and thesis work, students are trained to tackle complex biological and health data problems — preparing them for careers in biomedical research, bioinformatics, healthcare technology, or further academic studies.
Located in Istanbul — a growing center for medical and scientific research — this program leverages the university’s scientific infrastructure, computational resources, and connections with health and biotechnology institutions. With a curriculum focused on contemporary methods and interdisciplinary approaches, the program equips graduates with skills in data analysis, computational biology, health informatics, and research methodology — enabling them to contribute to cutting-edge developments in biotechnology and health technologies.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biohealth Computing
- Standard period of study: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Location: Istanbul
- Study Type: Graduate (full-time, English-taught)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Health Informatics, Biomedical Data Science
- Admission modus: Department’s graduate admission process
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations & Computational Methods
- Advanced Programming & Computational Methods for Biohealth
- Statistics & Data Analysis in Biomedical Contexts
- Introduction to Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
- Biomedical Data Management & Databases
- Research Methodology & Scientific Writing
Semester 2 – Specialized Bioinformatics & Biomedical Applications
- Genomic & Proteomic Data Analysis
- Computational Modeling in Biology & Medicine
- Health Informatics Systems & Data Security
- Biomedical Imaging Analysis / Data Visualization in Biohealth
- Ethical Issues in Biomedical Data & Research Ethics
Semester 3 – Research Project & Thesis Planning
- Literature Review & Research Proposal Development
- Advanced Seminar in Biohealth Computing / Current Topics
- Electives (e.g. machine learning in medicine, computational genomics, bio-statistics)
- Thesis Project Design / Experimental or Computational Setup
Semester 4 – Thesis Research & Graduation
- Thesis Research & Implementation (data collection, computational experiments, analysis)
- Data Interpretation & Result Reporting
- Thesis Writing, Defense / Presentation
- Professional Preparation for Research or Industry Careers
Career Opportunities
Graduates are qualified for careers in biomedical research, bioinformatics, health data analysis, medical software development, biotechnology industry, healthcare analytics, clinical research, pharmaceutical R&D, academic research, or public health data institutions. They may also continue with doctoral studies (PhD) in bioinformatics, computational biology, biomedical engineering or related fields.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the Biohealth Computing Master’s program at Istanbul University offers a unique interdisciplinary education combining computational science, biology and health — taught in English for global relevance. The program’s blend of programming, data science, bioinformatics, and biomedical applications provides students with advanced skills to address complex health and biological data challenges.
With access to computational infrastructure, research facilities, and a curriculum aligned with modern biomedical and data-driven demands, graduates are well-equipped to contribute to biotechnology, health informatics, and biomedical research. This program is ideal for those aiming to work at the intersection of data science, biology and healthcare — or to pursue further academic research in these fields.
Contact Information
Istanbul University – Department of Biohealth Computing
Institute of Natural Sciences / Biohealth & Computational Biology Department
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: biohealth@istanbul.edu.tr
Institute of Natural Sciences – Graduate Student Affairs Office
Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: insoffice@istanbul.edu.tr
International Office – Istanbul University
Beyazıt Campus, Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: international@istanbul.edu.tr
