Bioinformatics (MSc)

Master's application and admission

Find out how to apply for Bioinformatics at Leiden University by following our step-by-step guide. PLEASE NOTE: The specialisation Bioinformatics will no longer accept new students after February 2026. If you're starting date is September 2026 or later, we suggest to apply for the Data Science specialisation instead.

Step-by-step guide

This guide clearly explains the steps you need to take to apply, and the subsequent admission process.

Step 1: Check the admission requirements.
Step 2: Check the application deadlines.
Step 3: Collect the required documents.
Step 4: Start your application.
Step 5: Pay your tuition fees
Step 6: Prepare for your studies at Leiden University

Apply now!

Start your master

Apply in Studielink

Contact

Do you have questions about your admission and application? Please contact the Student Affairs Front Office.

Student Affairs Front Office

+31 (0)71 527 8011

Please note This specialisation is part of the MSc Computer Science. If you would like to apply for this programme please first select the MSc Computer Science (CROHO code: 60300) in Studielink and then select your specialisation.