MRes Applied Cardiovascular Biology: Molecules to Medicine at Newcastle University

Programme overview

This MRes allows you to explore cardiovascular biology from development and physiology to disease, diagnostics and emerging therapies in modern medicine. The Applied Cardiovascular Biology: Molecules to Medicine MRes (previously known as Cardiovascular Science in Health and Disease MRes) is for graduates with a BSc in the life sciences or other science disciplines. It is also open to intercalating and qualified MBBS or BDS students.

What you will study

You’ll study advanced cardiovascular biology, taught by leading scientists and clinicians, gaining insights into cutting-edge research and clinical practice. You’ll explore the heart across the life course, from embryonic development and physiology to ageing, disease and genetic and cellular mechanisms. Compulsory modules include: Applied Cardiovascular Biology: molecules to medicine, MRes Project, Research Skills and Principles for the Biosciences.

Career pathways

This MRes can be a pathway for a career in scientific research in academia and industry. It is also excellent preparation for a PhD. Graduate roles and employers include: project manager; research associate; associate consultant; senior analysts; research scientist; Marie Curie early stage researcher; clinical research associate; medical information and patient safety executive; medical writer; medical doctor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: a life science or related discipline or an MBBS/BDS degree This programme accepts both medical and dental students wishing to take a master's degree as an intercalation. You will need to have successfully completed your third or fourth year of study. Practical laboratory work experience is desirable, although not essential. The modules you can study may depend on your academic background. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all sub-skills.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 30,700 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/4837f/#how-to-apply

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