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  Biomedical Research: Cardiovascular Sciences - MRes


University of Birmingham    College of Medical and Dental Sciences

Full time October MRes 1 year full time
Biological Sciences (4) Engineering (12) Medicine (26)

About the course

Providing you with an in-depth knowledge of the field of cardiovascular research and allowing you to gain practical experience working as part of a leading research group in the Centre for Cardiovascular Sciences you will investigate molecular, physiological and pathological processes underlying cardiovascular homeostasis in health and disease.

Cardiovascular diseases, a group of disorders affecting the heart and the blood vessels, are the leading cause of death globally (World Health Organization). Our programme aims to start postgraduate scientists on their career journey in helping to understand better the mechanisms of cardiovascular disease so we may be able to develop better treatments.

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Entry Requirements

A good BSc Honours degree, normally first or upper second class, in a science subject (e.g. Biomedical Science, Biology, Biochemistry, etc.). Other equivalent qualifications and work experience will also be considered alongside University regulations. All suitable applicants will be interviewed, either face to face or by Skype/conference call.


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Student Profile

Alexandra De Prendergast

Alexandra started her BSc Human Biology with a Year in Computer Science degree at the University of Birmingham. After graduating in 2015, she started an MRes Cardiovascular Science and is currently doing her research component. While at Birmingham, Alexandra had a great chance to develop herself both academically and socially.

Alexandra is a postgraduate mentor, you can contact her online with questions or read further about her experience at the University of Birmingham on her mentor page: http://www.pg.bham.ac.uk/mentor/a-prendergast/

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