Cardiovascular Sciences

University of Glasgow
Postgraduate MSc (MedSci) Full-time 12 Months Sport and exercise science

About this course

Cardiovascular disease is projected to remain the single leading cause of death over the next two decades, accountable for considerable disability and reduction in quality of life. The aim of this programme is to deliver teaching related to cardiovascular science and biology with an emphasis on the epidemiology, genetics, pathological and molecular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases and their pharmacological management.

WHY THIS PROGRAMME

-Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).

  • Develop an understanding of the cardiovascular system and the epidemiology of CV diseases, as well as the molecular and cellular pathways involved in the development of cardiovascular disease.

  • Top 20 in the UK for Biological Sciences (Complete University Guide 2021).

  • Acquire and integrate a knowledge base in many new techniques for research in clinical cardiovascular medicine, including:

    Risk factor measurements Novel imaging techniques Gene therapy Genomic, genetic and proteomic studies

  • Undertake a research project with an established cardiovascular researcher. These are tailored to suit students' expertise and interests.

  • The Cardiovascular Science degree has a modular based course containing taught elements, tutorial sessions, critical review sessions and practical sessions.

  • Cardiovascular science is a priority area for research funding, in recognition of the fact that new, improved treatments are required and that these can only arise through better understanding of its development.

  • The University of Glasgow has a world-renowned reputation for expertise in cardiovascular research and education.

  • Opportunities exist at Glasgow University to continue to PhD studies.

  • This course is provided by world leading experts in the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre.

  • Research for the MSc in Cardiovascular Sciences is supported by the BHF, MRC, Wellcome Trust, CSO, BBSRC and the European Commission.

    PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

    Core Courses TOPICS IN THERAPEUTICS - GENERAL TOPICS, CARDIOVASCULAR AND DIABETES DRUGS CLINICAL ASPECTS OF CVD: PATIENTS AND POPULATIONS CLINICAL AND RESEARCH LABORATORY SKILLS EVIDENCE-BASED BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH METHODS AND STATISTICS BASIC SCIENCE OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE: TISSUE CELLS AND SIGNALLING EPIDEMIOLOGY, OUTCOMES AND THERAPY OF HEART FAILURE IMAGING IN CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES: TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS CV SCIENCES DISSERTATION

    Optional Courses APPLIED STATISTICS FOR CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH LIFESTYLE INTERVENTION IN CARDIOMETABOLIC DISEASE ASSESSMENT OF VASCULAR FUNCTION

    In addition you will undertake a dissertation/project supervised by an established cardiovascular researcher.

    • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
    3219 Health associate professionals
    3214 Complementary health associate professionals
    3432 Sports coaches, instructors and officials
    3433 Fitness and wellbeing instructors
    3431 Sports players

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc (MedSci)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    12 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Glasgow
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Sport and exercise science

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    University of Glasgow

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