PhD/MPhil Cardiovascular Sciences at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in cardiovascular sciences and undertake innovative research into one of the world’s biggest killers. Undertake research in cardiovascular genetics, experimental cardiology, vascular biology, stroke, and clinical cardiovascular research, adopting a 'bench-to-bedside' translational approach. Engage in research within the Division of Cardiovascular Sciences including the British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence and key themes in heart failure, stroke, vascular dementia and blood vessel diseases, and cardiovascular genetics and genomics.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our PhD/MPhil Cardiovascular Sciences programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Cardiovascular Sciences. Cardiovascular diseases are major causes of mortality and morbidity in developed and developing countries worldwide.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification. English language: IELTS or TOEFL tests. Please note IELTS and TOEFL are only valid for two years.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Low fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 27,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Standard fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil

Apply through the official page: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/study/research/projects-programmes-degrees/projects/?&keyword=cardiovascular

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