About Cardiovascular Sciences Msc(medsci) in University of Glasgow

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.

• 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.
• 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.

The programme is open to medical, pharmacy and bioscience graduates.You should have an Honours degree or equivalent in your subject.

In exceptional circumstances, other science graduates or bioscience graduates with an Ordinary degree may be eligible, on demonstration of appropriate postgraduate professional experience.

Whilst not essential, demonstration of appropriate postgraduate experience or relevant employment may enhance your application.

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

• 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0. 
• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.

Common equivalent English language qualifications

All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:

TOEFL (ib, my best or athome)

• 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.

PTE (Academic)

• 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.
• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.

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