MSc Medical Sciences – Cardiovascular Research at University of Freiburg

The MSc in Medical Sciences – Cardiovascular Research provides an in-depth understanding of the structure and function of the cardiovascular system and prepares students for a PhD in cardiovascular research. The English-language, international, interdisciplinary and integrative programme combines fundamental biomedical knowledge with clinical insights into the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, together with hands-on laboratory and research experience.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine  |  Duration: 2 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter Semester  |  Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The English-language Master’s programme in MSc Medical Sciences - Cardiovascular Research has been designed as a preparatory year for a PhD in the field of cardiovascular research. The curriculum combines a thorough education in general aspects of the structure and function of the cardiovascular system with clinical insights into the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, as well as exposure to ‘wet- and dry-lab’ basic and clinical work.

Career pathways

The interdisciplinary programme aims at training the next generation of translational scientists in the field of cardiovascular research. The course equips the students with a thorough understanding of the cardiovascular system and the skills necessary to productively combine advanced research techniques for high-impact interdisciplinary and integrated research and therefore lies the ideal foundation for engagement in demanding, advanced research and/ or pursue a career in the public or private sector.

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