Teaching & modules

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lectures
Seminars
Group Tutorials
Independent study

We use lectures, seminars and group tutorials to deliver most of the modules on the course. You will also be expected to undertake 700 hours of independent study.

Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Written Examinations

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written examinations. Forms of coursework assessment may typically include oral presentations, workshop write-ups as well as a project dissertation. Coursework contributes approximately 75% and examinations approximately 25% to your final mark.

Course structure

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits.

Modules

Required Modules

You are required to take:

  • Cardiovascular Outreach (15 credits)
  • Cross Cutting Techniques in Cardiovascular Research (15 credits)
  • Cardiac Syndromes and Heart Failure (30 credits)
  • Cardiovascular Workshops and Skills (30 credits)
  • Vascular Biology and Inflammation (30 credits)
  • Research Project in Cardiovascular Research (60 credits)

Application closing date guidance

Key Information

Course type:

Master's

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Duration:

One year full-time, September to September

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026