Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
UCL (University College London)
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
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 and statistical methods. You will gain an awareness of research integrity and practice valuable research skills relating to developments in cardiovascular science.
Careers
As a graduate of this programme, you will be well placed for a PhD in this field and a career in research. You will also have a sound basis for entry into the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Basic scientists may use the MSc as a stepping-stone to MBBS studies. The programme also provides an excellent training for related fields such as scientific journalism and in areas requiring critical appraisal of complex data.
Employability
In addition to academic insights into cardiovascular science, this programme provides you with a wide range of skills sought by employers: Oral and written communication skills; Selection and interpretation of written content and organisation of complex ideas - through essays and the research project dissertation; Quantitative analytical skills - through a statistics module; Project management - through both group and independent projects; Research planning and time management; During the programme, you will be supported by a personal tutor and informed by careers events and UCL Careers.
Modules
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£ 34,400per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
University College London
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University League Table
9th
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Campus address
UCL (University College London), Gower Street, London, Camden, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
3rd out of 36 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 247197 80%8th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10099.0 99%20th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.99 75%20th
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