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University of Leeds: Cardiovascular Health and Disease
| Institution | University of Leeds |
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| Department | Leeds Institute of Medical Education |
| Web | http://www.leeds.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Heart and circulatory diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide, with the majority of deaths occurring in low and middle-income countries. At Leeds, we are dedicated to improving the prognosis of cardiovascular disease through discovery science, clinical and health research.
Join our world leading institute dedicated to cardiovascular and diabetes research to improve patient outcomes and develop your skills and knowledge. Contribute to impactful research and make a difference.
Our MSc provides a detailed understanding of cardiovascular health and disease through study of the heart, vasculature, blood and diabetes. Our expert academics will equip you with skills in:
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Clinical simulation training
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Advanced biomolecular technologies
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Genetic epidemiology
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Clinical trials research
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Bioinformatics
Whether you are a recent graduate or a professional looking to bolster your career, our course will prepare you for your next step in Cardiac Physiology, Cardiac Medicine, bioscience, healthcare, academia or research.
Make an impact - Learn in an internationally excellent cardiovascular and diabetes research and teaching community
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Work with leading cardiovascular researchers, clinicians and Healthcare Science Practitioners
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Complete an extensive research project in an area of your choosing - whether science, clinical or health related
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Develop the necessary skills for employment in industry, the NHS or areas of professional practice employment, careers in Academia or a higher research degree.
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Learn from leading experts across the University with modules from Medicine and Health, Biological Sciences and the Business School
Course Content Gain an in-depth scientific and clinical understanding of cardiovascular health and disease through study of the heart, vasculature, blood and diabetes.
You will undertake 60 credits of core modules on Cardiovascular Health, Disease & Diabetes, Research Methods and Paper Criticism (literature skills), as well as an extensive 60-credit cardiovascular-related research, clinical or practice-based project. You will also select 60 credits of optional modules across science, medicine and health disciplines to complement your interests and future career plans.
Our course will help you:
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Demonstrate in-depth, specialist knowledge of Cardiovascular Health and Disease
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Evaluate academic literature and perform data analysis
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Critically and creatively evaluate current practice and research
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Develop the necessary skills for employment in industry, the NHS or areas of professional practice employment, careers in Academia or a higher research degree.
Develop the necessary skills for employment in industry, the NHS or areas of professional practice employment, careers in Academia or a higher research degree.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | 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. The course is also available as an intercalated MSc programme to students who have completed three years of a medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. A very small number of optional modules have additional requirements (e.g. a degree with a substantial maths/statistics component). |
| Location | Main Site Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9JT |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 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. The course is also available as an intercalated MSc programme to students who have completed three years of a medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. A very small number of optional modules have additional requirements (e.g. a degree with a substantial maths/statistics component). |
| Location | Main Site Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9JT |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | 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. The course is also available as an intercalated MSc programme to students who have completed three years of a medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. A very small number of optional modules have additional requirements (e.g. a degree with a substantial maths/statistics component). |
| Location | Main Site Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9JT |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 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. The course is also available as an intercalated MSc programme to students who have completed three years of a medical degree and are normally ranked in the top 50% of their year of study. A very small number of optional modules have additional requirements (e.g. a degree with a substantial maths/statistics component). |
| Location | Main Site Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9JT |
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