Course overview
Develop in-depth knowledge in the field of cardiovascular research while gaining practical experience by working with a leading research group in our renowned Department of Cardiovascular Sciences.

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide, as reported by the World Health Organization. Our programme provides an in-depth understanding of the mechanisms underlying these conditions, with the goal of advancing the development of more effective treatments and interventions.

Course highlights
Our programme immerses you in the fascinating world of cardiovascular research, where youll investigate molecular, physiological, and pathological processes that regulate cardiovascular homeostasis in both health and disease.

You'll gain hands-on experience in designing and conducting lab-based research projects, while also mastering a wide range of both general and cardiovascular-specific experimental techniques. Additionally, the programme provides training in essential research skills, including scientific writing, critical analysis of literature, presentation skills, and key experimental techniques in cardiovascular sciences.

Tackle cutting-edge biomedical research questions that have real-world impact.
Learn from top cardiovascular researchers who are leaders in their field.
Be part of the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, one of the University of Birmingham's prestigious Research Centres of Excellence.

Career opportunities
Completing the programme offers numerous benefits for your future career prospects. Graduates of our MRes Biomedical Research: Cardiovascular Sciences are well-prepared for further research at PhD level. Additionally, they pursue graduate medicine courses and roles such as scientific and medical writing and hospital-based laboratory work.