Cardiovascular Science MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By UCL |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

36,500 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Cardiovascular diseases remain a major cause of death and ill health worldwide. This established MSc programme, taught by scientists and clinicians who are leaders in their field, offers you the opportunity to learn about topical areas in cardiovascular science, preparing you for further research or a career in industry, healthcare or beyond.

You will develop a detailed knowledge of molecular and cellular cardiovascular science, animal models of cardiovascular disease, microvascular biology and mechanisms by which the heart and vasculature function in health and disease, as well as laboratory principles and statistical methods. You will gain an awareness of research integrity and practice valuable research skills relating to developments in cardiovascular science. 

You will undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

The programme consists of three compulsory modules (60 credits), two to four optional modules (60 credits) and the research project (60 credits).

Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded a MSc in Cardiovascular Science.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Cardiovascular diseases remain a major cause of death and ill health worldwide. This established MSc programme, taught by scientists and clinicians who are leaders in their field, offers you the opportunity to learn about topical areas in cardiovascular science, preparing you for further research or a career in industry, healthcare or beyond.

You will develop a detailed knowledge of molecular and cellular cardiovascular science, animal models of cardiovascular disease, microvascular biology and mechanisms by which the heart and vasculature function in health and disease, as well as laboratory principles and statistical methods. You will gain an awareness of research integrity and practice valuable research skills relating to developments in cardiovascular science. 

You will undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

The programme consists of three compulsory modules (60 credits), two to four optional modules (60 credits) and the research project (60 credits).

Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded a MSc in Cardiovascular Science.

Admission Requirements

7+
185+
3.3+
100+
69+
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a scientific or medical discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard, or a recognised taught Master's degree.

1 Year
Sep

Domestic
18,400 GBP
International
36,500 GBP

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