Swansea University

PhD Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine

Swansea University

Course overview

The PhD in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine from Swansea University teaches thorough research into diseases affecting the heart, blood vessels, and the body’s metabolic processes, such as diabetes. This course, available on a full-time or part-time basis, explains the genetics and development of the heart and blood vessels.

In this programme, students learn molecular metabolism, diabetes, and endocrinology, alongside advanced modules, which help them understand basic science and patient care, leading to clinical trials. Additionally, students gain advanced skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical review.

By the end of the programme, graduates can contribute to the treatment and prevention of Cardiovascular disease, while also providing services in social care and public organisations. Learning in this course is through practicals, lectures, seminars, and workshops. Assessment methods include a written thesis and an oral examination, also known as viva voce.

Entry requirements

Candidates must submit one reference to the Faculty as part of the application. Final admission to this programme also considers a standard proposal, interview performance, and significant professional experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants for a PhD must obtain an undergraduate degree at a 2:1 level and a master’s degree. Alternatively, applicants with a UK first-class honours degree (or Non-UK equivalent) without a master’s degree will be considered on an individual basis.

English Proficiency:

  • The minimum IELTS overall score required for international students is 6.5. Other accepted English tests include TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • International Excellence Scholarships

    Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).

  • International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries

    First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.

  • Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)

    The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.

  • Swansea University Sport Scholarship

    Financial support (of up to £2000).

  • Thrive Bursary

    The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).

    Up to £4,000

Career opportunities

Graduates with a PhD in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine from Swansea can work in roles including:

  • Cardiovascular Research Scientist
  • Metabolic Disease Researcher
  • Clinical Scientist
  • University Lecturer
  • Medical Science Liaison

Cost of study

International postgraduate students opting for the PhD in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine at Swansea University will pay a tuition fee of £24,400.

Admission

Use the university's online portal to submit your application directly. If you need expert and personalised support with your application, contact an AHZ counsellor immediately.

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