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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Part time
SEP-25
2 years
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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.
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.
Students living in
Domestic
£17,300 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£34,400 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£34,400 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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