PhD / MSc (Res) Cardiovascular Sciences at University of Birmingham

Join a diverse and multidisciplinary team of world-leading researchers, who will support you to produce original and impactful investigative research addressing the causes, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death globally. Develop the skills needed to contribute to research within the broad spectrum of cardiovascular medicine. The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences has groups engaged in world-leading discovery science, translational and clinical research.

Department: Medicine  |  Duration: PhD: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time, MSc by Research: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: Research degrees may start at any time of the year  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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A PhD is the highest level of academic achievement available and vital for the continued professional development of scientists. Completing a PhD at Birmingham will extend your knowledge base in your chosen subject, as well as enhancing your problem solving and analytical, communication and teaching, and leadership and management skills – all of which are valued across the academic and private sectors.

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