Course Overview

With an MSc in Cardiovascular Health and Disease, you’ll be well placed to apply directly for jobs in:

Academia (e.g. research technician)

Healthcare – NHS and beyond (e.g. enhanced/advanced cardiac practitioner, clinical trials manager, biomedical scientist)

Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology companies (e.g. research scientists)

Private sector organisations (e.g. medical writing/publishing/sales/application specialists)

PhD research, particularly in the area of cardiovascular research, leading to job opportunities at a more senior level in Academia (e.g. research fellow, lecturer), the NHS and the private sector

General Eligibility

BSc 1st class or 2i, or equivalent (for example a pass in MBChB or recognised relevant professional qualifications), in a relevant scientific discipline which would normally be one of the biological sciences, medicine, healthcare sciences or relevant allied health degrees.

This course is also available as an intercalated programme to students who have completed three years of a UK medical degree (or international equivalent) and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. Read more at intercalation.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.