
Cardiovascular Science
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Advancing research in cardiovascular sciences is essential for developing innovative treatments, improving patient outcomes, and understanding the mechanisms behind heart and vascular conditions, ultimately contributing to global healthcare improvements. The PhD in Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Liverpool provides an in-depth exploration of cardiovascular physiology, pathology, and therapeutic interventions.
The programme is structured around independent research, supported by expert supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to state-of-the-art laboratories. Postgraduate researchers benefit from training in advanced research methodologies, data analysis, and presentation skills. Additional support includes workshops in scientific writing, grant applications, and career development.
With strong links to NHS partners and industry, the programme ensures practical relevance and opportunities for real-world impact. Relevant topics for research include atrial fibrillation, stroke, hypertension, heart failure, imaging, and exercise and rehabilitation medicine. Cross-cutting interdisciplinary approaches include epidemiology, basic or translational studies, clinical studies and data science (including machine learning and digital twins).
Key highlights
- Research topics include atrial fibrillation, stroke, hypertension and heart failure
- Data science approaches including machine learning and digital twins
- Strong links with NHS partners and industry for real-world impact
- Access to state-of-the-art laboratories with expert supervision
- Training in advanced research methods, data analysis and presentation skills
- Workshops in scientific writing, grant applications and career development
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of feesManuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Cardiovascular research scientist
- Postdoctoral research associate
- University lecturer
- Clinical research scientist
- Pharmaceutical research scientist
- Health data scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100
Admission
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