均分要求75%
Group 2 二类大学
grade requirement
均分要求80%
软科中国大学排名2022(总榜)或软科中国大学排名2023(总榜)排名前100的大学
非‘985工程’的其他 院校
以及以下两所大学:
University of Chinese Academy of Sciences 中国科学院大学
University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences 中国社会科学院大学
Group 3 三类大学
grade requirement
均分要求85%
软科中国大学排名2022(总榜)或 软科中国大学排名2023(总榜)101-200位的大学
School of Computer Science – all MSc programmes 计算机学院硕士课程入学要求
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College of Social Sciences – courses listed below 社会科学 学院部分硕士课程入学要求 MA Education (including all pathways) MSc TESOL Education MSc Public Management MA Global Public Policy MA Social Policy MA Sociology Department of Political Science and International Studies 全部硕士课程 International Development Department 全部硕士课程
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All other programmes (including MBA) 所有其他 硕士课程(包括 MBA)入学要求
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Group 4 四类大学 来自四类大学的申请人均分要求最低85%,并同时具有出色学术背景,优异的专业成绩,以及(或)相关的工作经验,将酌情考虑。 |
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Holders of the Licenciado/Professional Title from a recognised Colombian university will be considered for our Postgraduate Diploma and Masters degrees. Applicants for PhD degrees will normally have a Maestria or equivalent.
Holders of a good bachelor degree with honours (4 to 6 years) from a recognised university with a upper second class grade or higher will be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes. Holders of a good Masters degree from a recognised university will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a good Bacclaureus (Bachelors) from a recognised Croatian Higher Education institution with a minimum overall grade of 4.0 out of 5.0, vrlo dobar ‘very good’, or a Masters degree, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a Bachelors degree(from the University of the West Indies or the University of Technology) may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. A Class II Upper Division degree is usually equivalent to a UK 2.1. For further details on particular institutions please refer to the list below. Applicants for PhD level study will preferably hold a Masters degree or Mphil from the University of the West Indies.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a good Bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a minimum overall grade of 6.5 out of 10, or a GPA of 3 out of 4, and will usually be required to have completed a good Masters degree to be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a good Bakalár from a recognised Czech Higher Education institution with a minimum overall grade of 1.5, B, velmi dobre ‘very good’ (post-2004) or 2, velmi dobre ‘good’ (pre-2004), or a good post-2002 Magistr (Masters), will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a good Bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a minimum overall grade of 7-10 out of 12 (or 8 out of 13) or higher for 2:1 equivalence and will usually be required to have completed a good Masters/ Magisterkonfereus/Magister Artium degree to be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of the Licenciado or an equivalent professional title from a recognised Ecuadorian university may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. Grades of 70% or higher can be considered as UK 2.1 equivalent. Applicants for PhD level study will preferably hold a Magister/Masterado or equivalent qualification, but holders of the Licenciado with excellent grades can be considered.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a good Bakalaurusekraad from a recognised university with a minimum overall grade of 4/5 or B, or a good one- or two-year Magistrikraad from a recognised university, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students who hold a Masters degree with very good grades (grade B, 3.5/4 GPA or 85%) will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees.
Holders of a good Kandidaatti / Kandidat (old system), a professional title such as Ekonomi, Diplomi-insinööri, Arkkitehti, Lisensiaatti (in Medicine, Dentistry and Vetinary Medicine), or a Maisteri / Magister (new system), Lisensiaatti / Licenciat, Oikeustieteen Kandidaatti / Juris Kandidat (new system) or Proviisori / Provisor from a recognised Finnish Higher Education institution, with a minimum overall grade of 2/3 or 4/5, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters/Maîtrise with a minimum overall grade of 13 out of 20, or a Magistère / Diplôme d'Etudes Approfondies / Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures Specialisées / Mastère Specialis, from a recognised French university or Grande École to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a Magister Artium, a Diplom or an Erstes Staatsexamen from a recognised university with a minimum overall grade of 2.5, or a good two-year Lizentiat / Aufbaustudium / Zweites Staatsexamen or a Masters degree from a recognised university, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students who hold a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most taught Masters programmes require a minimum of an upper second class degree (2.1) with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0 Students who have completed a Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a good four-year Ptychio (Bachelor degree) with a minimum overall grade of 6.5 out of 10, from a recognised Greek university (AEI), and will usually be required to have completed a good Metaptychiako Diploma Eidikefsis (Masters degree) from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
4-year Licenciado is deemed equivalent to a UK bachelors degree. A score of 75 or higher from Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala (USAC) can be considered comparable to a UK 2.1, 60 is comparable to a UK 2.2. Private universities have a higher pass mark, so 80 or higher should be considered comparable to a UK 2.1, 70 is comparable to a UK 2.2
The Hong Kong Bachelor degree is considered comparable to British Bachelor degree standard. Students with bachelor degrees awarded by universities in Hong Kong may be considered for entry to one of our postgraduate degree programmes.
Students with Masters degrees may be considered for PhD study.
Holders of a good Alapfokozat / Alapképzés or Egyetemi Oklevel from a recognised university with a minimum overall grade of 3.5, or a good Mesterfokozat (Masters degree) or Egyetemi Doktor (university doctorate), will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree, with a 60% or higher for 2:1 equivalency from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of the 4 year Sarjana (S1) from a recognised Indonesian institution will be considered for postgraduate study. Entry requirements vary with a minimum requirement of a GPA of 2.8.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a score of 14/20 or 70% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree from a recognised institution, with 100 out of 110 or higher for 2:1 equivalency from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Students who hold the Maitrise, Diplome d'Etude Approfondies, Diplome d'Etude Superieures or Diplome d'Etude Superieures Specialisees will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees (14-15/20 or Bien from a well ranked institution is considered comparable to a UK 2.1, while a score of 12-13/20 or Assez Bien is considered comparable to a UK 2.2).
Students with a Bachelor degree from a recognised university in Japan will be considered for entry to a postgraduate Masters degree provided they achieve a sufficiently high overall score in their first (Bachelor) degree. A GPA of 3.0/4.0 or a B average from a good Japanese university is usually considered equivalent to a UK 2:1.
Students with a Masters degree from a recognised university in Japan will be considered for PhD study. A high overall grade will be necessary to be considered.
Students who have completed their Specialist Diploma Мамаң дипломы/Диплом специалиста) or "Magistr" (Магистр дипломы/Диплом магистра) degree (completed after 1991) from a recognised higher education institution, with a minimum GPA of 2.67/4.00 for courses requiring a UK lower second and 3.00/4.00 for courses requiring a UK upper second class degree, will be considered for entry to postgraduate Masters degrees and, occasionally, directly for PhD degrees. Holders of a Bachelor "Bakalavr" degree (Бакалавр дипломы/Диплом бакалавра) from a recognised higher education institution, with a minimum GPA of 2.67/4.00 for courses requiring a UK lower second and 3.00/4.00 for courses requiring a UK upper second class degree, may also be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes.
Students who hold a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most taught Masters programmes require a minimum of an upper second class degree (2.1) with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/50
Holders of a good Postgraduate Diploma (professional programme) from a recognised university or institution of Higher Education, with a minimum overall grade of 7.5 out of 10, or a post-2000 Magistrs, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a score of 16/20 or 80% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in Libya will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of a Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved score of 70% for 2:1 equivalency or 65% for 2:2 equivalency. Alternatively students will require a minimum of 3.0/4.0 or BB to be considered.
Holders of a good pre-2001 Magistras from a recognised university with a minimum overall grade of 8 out of 10, or a good post-2001 Magistras, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes
Holders of a good Bachelors degree from a recognised Luxembourgish Higher Education institution with a minimum overall grade of 16 out of 20, or a Diplôme d'Études Supérieures Spécialisées (comparable to a UK PGDip) or Masters degree from a recognised Luxembourgish Higher Education institution will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students who hold a Masters degree will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees (70-74% or A or Marginal Distinction from a well ranked institution is considered comparable to a UK 2.1, while a score of 60-69% or B or Bare Distinction/Credit is considered comparable to a UK 2.2).
Holders of a Bachelors degree from a recognised Malaysian institution (usually achieved with the equivalent of a second class upper or a grade point average minimum of 3.0) will be considered for postgraduate study at Diploma or Masters level.
Holders of a good Bachelors degree from the University of Malta with a minimum grade of 2:1 (Hons), and/or a Masters degree, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students who hold a Bachelor degree (Honours) from a recognised institution (including the University of Mauritius) will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most taught Masters programmes require a minimum of an upper second class degree (2:1).
Students who hold the Licenciado/Professional Titulo from a recognised Mexican university with a promedio of at least 8 will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees.
Students who have completed a Maestria from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree, licence or Maîtrise and a Masters degree, with a score of 14/20 or 70% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Students with a good four year honours degree from a recognised university will be considered for postgraduate study at the University of Birmingham. PhD applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree, with 60-74% or higher for 2:1 equivalency from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a good Doctoraal from a recognised Dutch university with a minimum overall grade of 7 out of 10, and/or a good Masters degree, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students who hold a Bachelor degree (minimum 4 years and/or level 400) from a recognised institution will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most taught Masters programmes require a minimum of an upper second class degree (2.1) with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a good Bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of B/Very Good or 1.6-2.5 for a 2.1 equivalency, and will usually be required to have completed a good Masters, Mastergrad, Magister. Artium, Sivilingeniør, Candidatus realium or Candidatus philologiae degree to be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree, with a CGPA of 3.0/4 or higher for 2:1 equivalency from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in the Palestinian Territories will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3/4 or 80% for 2:1 equivalency or a GPA of 2.5/4 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.
Holders of the Título de Licenciado /Título de (4-6 years) or an equivalent professional title from a recognised Paraguayan university may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. Grades of 4/5 or higher can be considered as UK 2.1 equivalent. The Título Intermedio is a 2-3 year degree and is equivalent to a HNC, it is not suitable for postgraduate entry but holders of this award could be considered for second year undergraduate entry or pre-Masters. Applicants for PhD level study will preferably hold a Título de Maestría / Magister or equivalent qualification, but holders of the Título/Grado de Licenciado/a with excellent grades can be considered.
Holders of the Licenciado, with at least 13/20 may be considered as UK 2.1 equivalent. The Grado de Bachiller is equivalent to an ordinary degree, so grades of 15+/20 are required. Applicants for PhD level study will preferably hold a Título de Maestría or equivalent qualification.
Holders of a good pre-2001 Magister from a recognised Polish university with a minimum overall grade of 4 out of 5, dobry ‘good’, and/or a good Swiadectwo Ukonczenia Studiów Podyplomowych (Certificate of Postgraduate Study) or post-2001 Magister from a recognised Polish university with a minimum overall grade of 4.5/4+ out of 5, dobry plus 'better than good', will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a good Licenciado from a recognised university, or a Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) from a recognised Polytechnic Institution, with a minimum overall grade of 16 out of 20, and/or a good Mestrado / Mestre (Masters) from a recognised university, will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a good Bachelors degree from a recognised Romanian Higher Education institution with a minimum overall grade of 8 out of 10, and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree/Diploma de Master/Diploma de Studii Academice Postuniversitare (Postgraduate Diploma - Academic Studies) or Diploma de Studii Postuniversitare de Specializare (Postgraduate Diploma - Specialised Studies) to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a good Диплом Специалиста (Specialist Diploma) or Диплом Магистра (Magistr) degree from recognised universities in Russia (minimum GPA of 4.0) will be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes/PhD study.
Students who hold a 4-year Bachelor degree with at least 16/20 or 70% will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees.
Students who hold a Maitrise, Diplome d'Etude Approfondies,Diplome d'Etude Superieures or Diplome d'Etude Superieures Specialisees will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. A score of 14-15/20 or Bien from a well ranked institution is considered comparable to a UK 2.1, while a score of 12-13/20 or Assez Bien is considered comparable to a UK 2.2
Students who hold a Bachelor (Honours) degree from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0 (or a score of 60-69% or B+) from a well ranked institution will be considered for most our Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees with a 2:1 requirement.
Students holding a good Bachelors Honours degree will be considered for postgraduate study at Diploma or Masters level.
Holders of a good three-year Bakalár or pre-2002 Magister from a recognised Slovakian Higher Education institution with a minimum overall grade of 1.5, B, Vel’mi dobrý ‘very good’, and/or a good Inžinier or a post-2002 Magister from a recognised Slovakian Higher Education institution will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a good Diploma o pridobljeni univerzitetni izobrazbi (Bachelors degree), Diplomant (Professionally oriented first degree), Univerzitetni diplomant (Academically oriented first degree) or Visoko Obrazovanja (until 1999) from a recognised Slovenian Higher Education institution with a minimum overall grade of 8.0 out of 10, and/or a good Diploma specializacija (Postgraduate Diploma) or Magister (Masters) will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students who hold a Bachelor Honours degree (also known as Baccalaureus Honores / Baccalaureus Cum Honoribus) from a recognised institution will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most Masters programmes will require a second class upper (70%) or a distinction (75%).
Holders of a Masters degree will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a Bachelor degree from a recognised South Korean institution (usually with the equivalent of a second class upper or a grade point average 3.0/4.0 or 3.2/4.5) will be considered for Masters programmes.
Holders of a good Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study on an individual basis.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree, with 7 out of 10 or higher for 2:1 equivalency from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and will usually be required to have completed a Masters degree, with 60-74% or a CGPA 3.30/4.0 or higher for 2:1 equivalency from a recognised institution to be considered for entry. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a good Kandidatexamen (Bachelors degree) or Yrkesexamen (Professional Bachelors degree) from a recognised Swedish Higher Education institution with the majority of subjects with a grade of VG (Val godkänd), and/or a good Magisterexamen (Masters degree), International Masters degree or Licentiatexamen (comparable to a UK Mphil), will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a good "PostGraduate Certificate" or "PostGraduate Diploma" or a Masters degree from a recognised Swiss higher education institution (with a minimum GPA of 5/6 or 8/10 or 2/5 (gut-bien-bene/good) for a 2.1 equivalence) may be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0, 3.5/5 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
Holders of a good Bachelor degree (from 75% to 85% depending upon the university in Taiwan) from a recognised institution will be considered for postgraduate Masters study. Holders of a good Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study.
Students who hold a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most taught Masters programmes require a minimum of an upper second class degree (2.1) Students who have completed a Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study.
Holders of a good Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for entry to our postgraduate research programmes.
Holders of a good Masters degree or Mphil from a recognised university will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes.
Students with a Bachelors degree from the following universities may be considered for entry to postgraduate programmes:
Students from all other institutions with a Bachelors and a Masters degree or relevant work experience may be considered for postgraduate programmes.
Grading Schemes
1-5 where 1 is the highest 2.1 = 1.75 2.2 = 2.25
Out of 4.0 where 4 is the highest 2.1 = 3.0 2.2 = 2.5
Letter grades and percentages 2.1 = B / 3.00 / 83% 2.2 = C+ / 2.5 / 77%
Holders of a postdoctoral qualification from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study. Students may be considered for PhD study if they have a Masters from one of the above listed universities.
Holders of a Lisans Diplomasi with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0/4.0 from a recognised university will be considered for postgraduate study at Diploma or Masters level.
Holders of a Yuksek Diplomasi from a recognised university will be considered for PhD study.
Students who hold a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Most Masters programmes will require a second class upper (2.1) or GPA of 3.5/5.0
Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a good Bachelors degree / Диплом бакалавра (Dyplom Bakalavra), Диплом спеціаліста (Specialist Diploma) or a Dyplom Magistra from a recognised Ukrainian higher education institution with a minimum GPA of 4.0/5.0, 3.5/4, 8/12 or 80% or higher for 2:1 equivalence and will usually be required to have completed a good Masters degree to be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.
The University will consider students who hold an Honours degree from a recognised institution in the USA with a GPA of:
Please note that some subjects which are studied at postgraduate level in the USA, eg. Medicine and Law, are traditionally studied at undergraduate level in the UK.
Holders of the Magistr Diplomi (Master's degree) or Diplomi (Specialist Diploma), awarded by prestigious universities, who have attained high grades in their studies will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of the Fanlari Nomzodi (Candidate of Science), where appropriate, will be considered for PhD study.
Holders of the Licenciatura/Título or an equivalent professional title from a recognised Venezuelan university may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. Scales of 1-5, 1-10 and 1-20 are used, an overall score of 70% or equivalent can be considered equivalent to a UK 2.1. Applicants for PhD level study will preferably hold a Maestria or equivalent qualification
Holders of a Bachelors degree from a recognised Vietnamese institution (usually achieved with the equivalent of a second class upper or a grade point average minimum GPA of 7.0 and above) will be considered for postgraduate study at Diploma or Masters level. Holders of a Masters degree (thac si) will be considered for entry to PhD programmes.
Students who hold a Masters degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0 or a mark of 2.0/2.5 (A) will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees.
Students who hold a good Bachelor Honours degree will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees.
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You can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways:
Please note IELTS requirements for Postgraduate Research programmes in the College of Medical and Dental Sciences are 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.
If you need help with your English language skills then support is available.
The English for Academic Purposes Presessional course is for international students who have a conditional offer to study at the University, but who do not currently meet the English language requirements. The course is tailored to your level of English and allows you to meet the English language requirements for your programme without retaking IELTS. The EAP programme runs throughout the year and offers different programme lengths ranging from 42 weeks to 6 weeks. The length of course you need depends on your future course, your existing IELTS score and the English level you need for your university degree.
Find out more about the English for Academic Purposes Presessional course.
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Postgraduate research
Cardiovascular disease is projected to remain the single leading cause of death over the next two decades. Accountable for considerable disability and reduction in the quality of life. Therefore, research is vital to advance diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Our strength is in identifying and designing novel therapeutic strategies that will lead to clinical trials.
Supervisors : Delyth Graham , Martin McBride
Project outline: The incidence of cardiovascular disease amongst women of child-bearing age is increasing. Consequently there is a greater prevalence of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, in particular pre-eclampsia (PE), which is a leading cause of maternal and foetal morbidity and mortality. Despite its increased prevalence, the mechanisms underlying key pathological features of the disease remain unclear, and there are currently no effective clinical interventions.
The stroke prone spontaneously hypertensive rat (SHRSP) is an established model of human cardiovascular disease, which exhibits chronic hypertension during pregnancy1. This model can be progressed to the more severe pregnancy complication, superimposed PE, through angiotensin II administration mid-gestation2. Our recent studies in this model have identified pregnancy- and disease- dependent alterations in the uterine artery transcriptome relative to the normotensive control strain3.
In this project, the specific molecules and pathways identified in our previous SHRSP studies will be explored mechanistically to determine their role in the pathogenesis of hypertensive pregnancy in order to identify new targets of therapeutic or diagnostic interest.
Techniques used: The student will receive training in a wide range of techniques, including animal models of hypertension and PE, cell culture, imaging, molecular biology approaches as well as RNASeq and other ‘Omics’ datsets and bioinformatic and pathway analysis. This PhD project will provide opportunities to develop an almost unique combination of in vivo , in vitro and molecular skills set.
Our Integrated PhD combines an MSc and PhD project in a 1+3+1 format. You can select from the below projects and indentify your chosen MSc from the options listed on the project.
Please note that you can apply for the below PhD projects outwith the IPhD route.
Supervisor : Dr Carlos Celis
MSc choices : Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Precision Medicine (with specialisms) [MSc] , Public Health [MPH/PgDip/PgCert] , Sport & Exercise Science & Medicine [MSc]
Project background : The global rise in people living with multiple chronic diseases, known as multimorbidity, presents a growing challenge. Currently, dietary guidelines adopt a 'one-size-fits-all' approach, offering the same nutritional advice to everyone, irrespective of their unique health conditions.
Our research team has recently made a promising discovery: shifting to a more sustainable diet could potentially extend life expectancy by up to 10 years. This finding is significant for both clinical practice and public health. However, the impact of adopting a more sustainable diet on the mortality risk and life expectancy of individuals with multimorbidity remains unclear. For the first time, we are poised to explore how different dietary patterns affect those with multiple chronic illnesses and their associated mortality risks. This research is pivotal as it aims to identify the most beneficial dietary changes for people with multimorbidity, maximizing their health benefits.
The implications of our research are far-reaching. It has the potential to transform public health guidelines and clinical dietary recommendations, moving towards precision nutrition and medicine. This shift would be particularly beneficial for individuals with chronic conditions such as cancer, heart diseases, arthritis, and diabetes. Ultimately, our goal is to provide tailored, effective dietary advice that caters to the specific needs of those with multiple health challenges.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic students who are either planning to apply for scholarships or have already secured funding from their home countries or other research organisations. If this project intrigues you and aligns with your academic interests, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss potential PhD or postdoctoral opportunities.
Life expectancy can increase by up to 10 years following sustained shifts towards healthier diets in the United Kingdom. Fadnes LT, Celis-Morales C, Økland JM, Parra-Soto S, Livingstone KM, Ho FK, Pell JP, Balakrishna R, Javadi Arjmand E, Johansson KA, Haala
Supervisor : Prof. Tom Van Agtmael
MSc choices : Biomedical Sciences [MSc] , Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Clinical Pharmacology [MSc(MedSci)] , Medical Genetics & Genomics [MSc(MedSci)] , Precision Medicine (with specialisms) [MSc]
Research area: Mouse genetics, haemorrhagic stroke, molecular cell biology, extracellular matrix, vascular disease, collagen, endoplasmic reticulum stress
Project outline : Stroke costs UK Society ~£8 billion annually with haemorrhagic stroke accounting for 15% of adult and 50% of paediatric stroke. There are no treatment available for haemorrhagic stroke, in part due to a poor understanding of the underlying molecular cause.
Collagen IV is the major component of a type of extracellular matrix called the basement membrane that provides essential structural support to blood vessels. We and others have shown that mutations in COL4A1 or COL4A2 (encoding collagen IV proteins) cause familial and sporadic haemorrhagic, indicating these mutations may be more common than previously expected and a potential contribution to stroke in the general population (1). Our results also reveal that endoplasmic reticulum (ER)-stress due to intracellular accumulation of mutant collagen IV is associated with disease development, and that treatment of collagen IV mutant cells can reduce ER-stress (2). This provides a golden opportunity to identify the disease causing mechanisms and explore therapeutic approaches for collagen IV diseases including haemorrhagic stroke.
We have brought together a unique cohort of cell lines from patients and animal models with Col4a1 mutations to investigate the disease mechanisms of these mutations and determine how cells respond to these mutations. The identified pathways will then be modified in cell line and animal models to investigate their role in disease development and identify their potential as a therapeutic target. As FDA approved compounds are available, this will directly inform on and may identify therapeutic approaches for haemorrhagic stroke.
Project aims:
Techniques used: State of the art imaging techniques including 3-dimensional electron microscopy, confocal microscopy and atomic force microscopy. Molecular cell biology, animal models, MRI imaging, transcriptomics.
Contact address and email:
[email protected] Prof. Tom Van Agtmael School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences Davidson Building University of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow, G12 8QQ United Kingdom Phone: +44 (0)141 330 6200
Project Background: Our previous research has demonstrated that active commuting, particularly cycling, is associated with significant health advantages, such as a reduced risk of mortality and a lower likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases. However, the specific health benefits associated with the use of electric bikes (e-bikes) remain largely unexplored. Our current research proposal aims to delve into the metabolic and health-related benefits of e-bike usage in comparison to traditional, non-electric bicycles.
This study will employ a hybrid approach, combining big data analysis with targeted interventions, to address the existing knowledge gaps in this area.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic students who are either planning to apply for scholarships or have already secured funding from their home countries or other research organisations. If this project intrigues you and aligns with your academic interests, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss potential collaboration opportunities.
Supervisors : Prof. Tom Van Agtmael , Dr. Alyson Miller
MSc choices : Biomedical Sciences [MSc] , Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Medical Genetics & Genomics [MSc(MedSci)] , Precision Medicine (with specialisms) [MSc]
15% of strokes are due to intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH), for which there is no treatment. and absence of specific effective treatments indicates increased knowledge of its pathomolecular basis is required. Recent genetic data has identified an important role for the protein collagen IV in stroke due to haemorrhage. Mutations in collagen IV also cause eye, kidney and muscle disease for there are also no treatments. We and others have showed the mutations and variants in collagen can cause defects to the extracellular matrix as well as a cell stress response called ER stress.
This project will use a powerful set of bespoke mouse models to determine in vivo the relative contribution of BM defects and ER stress to ICH as well as eye and kidney defects due to collagen IV. This will be combined with vascular physiology and molecular approaches, including transcriptomics and/or proteomics, to identify novel mechanisms.
Importantly, you will validate these mechanisms in patients. This project can be tailored to the interests of the candidate but will transform our knowledge of molecular mechanisms of stroke and disease due to collagen. This will aid development of precision medicine treatments.
Techniques used : you will be trained in a large variety of techniques crossing animal models of stroke, analysis of vascular function, molecular and biochemical approaches, imaging etc.
Supervisors : Prof. Tom Van Agtmael , Prof. Delyth Graham
MSc choices : Biomedical Sciences [MSc] , Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Medical Genetics & Genomics [MSc(MedSci)]
Vascular diseases including haemorrhagic stroke and vascular dementia formation are a major health problem for which there is an urgent need for treatments. Increasing our understanding of the underlying molecular disease mechanisms will aid in the development treatment strategies. We have previously identified that mutations in the genes Col4a1 and Col4a2 cause stroke and vascular disease. These mutations cause defects to the extracellular matrix and a cell stress response called endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, caused by misfolding of the mutant collagen protein. Deciphering the actions of these mutations has identified a number of new potential treatment targets that may be applicable for both genetic and common forms of stroke and vascular disease.
To address this gap in our knowledge, in this project you will employ a combination of mouse and rat models (e.g. SHRSP rat) that model vascular diseases including small vessel disease, the leading cause of vascular dementia. This analysis will be combined with additional novel animal models that we have already generated or that can be generated. Furthermore, this in vivo analysis will be coupled with investigating cell culture models, imaging and proteomics/next generation sequencing to determine the molecular mechanisms underlying vascular disease that leads to stroke and myocardial infarct. Finally, this will be coupled with either pharmacological or genetic manipulation of these mechanisms to identify new treatments that rescue the intracellular effects such as ER stress or that rescue the extracellular matrix by increasing its stability.
Techniques used : you will be trained in a large variety of techniques using animal models, cell culture, molecular and biochemical approaches, imaging, as well as RNASeq and proteomics etc.
Supervisors : Prof. Tom Van Agtmael , Prof. Jesse Dawson , Dr. Lorraine Work
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability and there is a real need for the development of new treatments. However, our incomplete understanding of the molecular mechanisms of stroke is severely hindering the ability to devise treatments that target the disease process that leads to stroke.
Over the past decade remarkable progress has been made in identifying genes that are associated with both stroke due to a brain clot or stroke due to brain bleeding. However the mechanisms by which these genetic variants act remain poorly understood. The overarching aim of this project is to help address this major gap in our knowledge using a combination of data science approaches (e.g. UK Biobank) coupled with analysis of mechanisms using advanced cell culture and animal models of stroke. Projects Aims: Broad aims include determining the presence of genetic variants in the human genome that are associated with stroke in the general population. These variants will then be introduced via genome editing into cell culture models to drive forward the analysis of their mechanisms. A particular example here will be the manipulation of genes and proteins that are involved in maintaining the integrity and structure of the vasculature. Genetic data from ourselves and others have highlighted a key role for the extracellular matrix and enzymes that cleave secreted and transmembrane proteins in this process.
Techniques used : The student will be trained in the analysis of large datasets (UK Biobank etc) coupled with a wide array of genetic, molecular and cell biology approaches including but not limited to genome editing and genetic manipulation, vascular cell biology and use of animal models.
Supervisors : Prof. Tom Van Agtmael , Dr. Rona Strawbridge
Vascular diseases including haemorrhagic stroke and vascular dementia formation are a major health problem for which there is an urgent need for treatments. Increasing our understanding of the underlying molecular disease mechanisms will aid in the development treatment strategies.
CD93 is a transmembrane protein produced by endothelial cells. We have demonstrated that a reduction in CD93 levels in endothelial cells impairs endothelial cell function and endothelial layer integrity {Strawbridge, 2016 #49}. We have further demonstrated that the cleavage of CD93 to release sCD93 is increased in response to infectious stimuli, but this response is reduced by hyperglycaemia {Strawbridge, 2016 #49}. Reduced levels of sCD93 also precede and are associated with type 2 diabetes {Strawbridge, 2016 #49}. We have demonstrated that CD93 and sCD93 levels do not impact atherosclerosis {Strawbridge, 2016 #49}, but other mechanisms leading to vascular disease, particularly those in the brain, have not been investigated. Indeed, there is limited knowledge as to the purpose of CD93 cleavage and the role of sCD93.
To address this gap in our knowledge, in this project you will employ a combination of data science with molecular and cell biology approaches to investigate the genetic and molecular mechanisms of CD93. This project will combine analyses of large population cohorts to uncover the genetic architecture and regulation of CD93 alongside manipulation of CD93 levels and functional analyses of cell models. Genome editing of the cellular models can also be employed, depending upon genetic results.
Techniques used : you will be trained in a large variety of techniques including epidemiology, statistical genetics, in silico data mining, cell culture including CRISPR-based genome editing, molecular and biochemical approaches, imaging, as well as potentially RNASeq and proteomics etc.
Supervisors : Paul Welsh , Patrick Mark
MSc choices : Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Precision Medicine (with specialisms) [MSc] , Bioinformatics [MSc/PgDip/PgCert] , Public Health [MPH/PgDip/PgCert]
The management of chronic diseases, including diabetes, accounts for 50% of clinical biochemistry testing. The number of clinical biochemistry tests requested is estimated to have increased by 10% annually for the last two decades. This has been due to a combination of complex clinical and management factors. However, there is a paucity of evidence that frequent testing actually improves patient care or alters clinical outcomes.
Scottish clinical guidelines for screening for kidney disease in diabetes patients states that estimated glomerular filtration rate and albumin-creatinine ratio should be assessed on an annual basis in people with diabetes, and that more frequent assessment may be necessary in adults with established chronic kidney disease (CKD). The guidance is similar in England and Wales. It is not clear how well these guidelines are adhered to in clinical practice. Beyond this, the evidence supporting this approach is derived from a health economics focused meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, but does not take account previous measurements. For instance, those with good renal function may not require frequent re-testing.
Outside of the diabetes field, population based screening for renal function is not currently recommended. NICE guidelines suggest testing kidney function in people with risk factors for CKD such as hypertension, systemic disease (e.g. systemic lupus) or a family history of kidney failure. Anecdotal evidence from several sources suggests large numbers of creatinine tests are conducted in routine clinical practice. A data science approach might improve the evidence base for renal function testing for both targeting those at highest risk and optimizing follow-up. Furthermore, although blood testing for kidney function is widespread, measurement of urinary albumin to creatinine ratio is performed infrequently despite being a stronger predictor of cardiometabolic risk. Risk assessment tools exist but these were validated in populations with known CKD (not the general population) and do not account changes in risk factors over time. They are not in widespread use in the UK.
This project will explore the patterns of renal function testing in the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde area (>1million patients) and investigate evidence that might support an optimised approach to renal function testing in the general population and people with diabetes.
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Supervisors : Dr C Loughrey , Dr S Nicklin , Ewan Cameron
MSc choices : Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Clinical Pharmacology [MSc(MedSci)]
Research area: Heart research
Project outline: Coronary heart disease (CHD) leading to myocardial ischaemia is the predominant cause of heart failure (HF) and premature mortality in the UK. CHD occurs when the blood vessels of the heart (coronary arteries) become narrowed by fatty material (atheroma) and reduce blood flow to heart muscle (myocardial ischaemia). If the coronary artery is occluded then an area of lethal tissue injury in heart muscle called a myocardial infarction (MI) can be produced. The subsequent structural and functional changes in the surviving heart muscle can lead to poor cardiac pump function and HF. Novel therapeutic strategies to preserve cardiac pump function are urgently needed to treat patients with myocardial infarction and thereby improve patient survival rates and quality of life.
The Runx family of genes (Runx1,2&3) encode for DNA binding transcription factors (Runx1,2&3) which regulate gene expression. Recently, increased Runx1 expression has been demonstrated in the hearts of patients with MI. In line with these data, our recent work demonstrates increased Runx1 expression in a mouse model of MI.
However, despite these observations, the role Runx1 plays in heart function remains unknown. We have made a novel and exciting discovery that higher Runx1 expression levels correlate with poor cardiac pump function. In order to corroborate this finding, we have produced a heart-specific knockout of Runx1. When MI is induced in this transgenic model, cardiac pump function is markedly improved suggesting that reducing Runx1 expression in the heart is a novel therapeutic approach to limit the progression of cardiac dysfunction in patients with MI.
Project aims: This studentship will investigate the relationship between Runx1 expression in the heart and the development of heart failure. In addition, the project will develop therapeutic strategies to reduce Runx1 expression in cardiac disease in order to prevent progression to heart failure.
Techniques used: The project will enable the student to be trained in in vivo rodent models of heart disease, integrative physiology, molecular biology and gene therapy approaches.
Cardiovascular Research , Volume 116, Issue 8, 1 July 2020, Pages 1410–1423, https://doi.org/10.1093/cvr/cvaa034
Contact email: [email protected]
Project background : The global rise in people living with multiple chronic diseases, known as multimorbidity, presents a growing challenge. Currently, dietary guidelines adopt a 'one-size-fits-all' approach, offering the same nutritional advice to everyone, irrespective of their unique health conditions.
Supervisors : Paul Welsh , Naveed Sattar
UK Biobank is a uniquely large and well characterised prospective cohort study of ~500,000 adults in middle-age living in the UK. The study now has around 15 years of follow-up available and there is forthcoming linkage of all participants in the cohort to primary care data. This presents a unique opportunity to investigate the causes and consequences of many less common diseases (such as aortic aneurysms), and common diseases diagnosed in primary care (such as type 2 diabetes and dementia).
This flexible project presents an opportunity to the interested student to help design their own portfolio of data-driven work, and to be more widely involved in our highly successful UK Biobank working group which has led several seminal publications on the cohort 1-5. With experienced supervisors, the student can develop the area of interest and identify aims of interested based on literature review, and using this world-class data set and existing resources we have developed.
MSc choices : Cardiovascular Sciences [MSc(MedSci)] , Clinical Pharmacology [MSc(MedSci)] , Precision Medicine (with specialisms) [MSc]
Background: Despite major advances in cardiovascular health, hypertension remains the risk factor contributing most to the overall burden of disease globally. When the total global impact of known risk factors on the overall burden of disease is calculated, 54% of stroke and 47% of ischaemic heart disease are attributable to hypertension.
In our recent genome-wide association study using an extreme case-control design, we discovered a SNP (rs13333226 at position 16:20365654) in the 5’ region of the Uromodulin gene (UMOD), also known as Tamm-Horsfall glycoprotein (THP) to be associated with hypertension. The minor G allele of rs13333226 was associated with lower risk of hypertension, decreased urinary uromodulin excretion, and higher glomerular filtration rate. Furthermore, the association with hypertension was shown to be independent of renal function indicating a possible pleiotropic effect, as SNPs highly correlated with rs13333226 were shown to be associated with kidney function in independent GWAS studies. The genotype association of rs13333226 and urinary UMOD excretion was more pronounced with low salt intake, and blunted with high salt intake, indicating a possible gene-environment interaction.
We have extended these findings with work in UMOD KO mice which show a lower baseline blood pressure and are not sensitive to salt induced changes in blood pressure. Our data indicate that UMOD has a role in BP regulation and may protect from salt induced increase in BP. UMOD is selectively produced in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle in the kidney. and exists predominantly as a polymer in luminal fluid.
Proposal Plan: Molecular characterisation of human and mouse uromodulin transcripts and binding partners.
In this project, we will utilise RNA from a large panel of human kidneys (~100) grouped according to hypertension status, as well as the UMOD knock out mouse. We have access to human and rodent RNAseq data that we will analyse using different strategies including biological pathways using gene set enrichment and Ingenuity Pathway Analysis. We are also interested in identifying binding partners of UMOD under different environmental stressors and assessing potential transcription factor binding in the promoter region using Electrophoretic Mobility shift Assays (EMSA).
Project aims
Techniques used:
The School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health is a successful and vibrant research School with outstanding training and learning opportunities. Our purpose-built British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cardiovascular Research Centre houses state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities and we are one of only six BHF Centres of Excellence in the UK.
Our research strengths have been integrated into substantial, well-resourced thematic programmes that build on the strengths of individual, clinical and non-clinical principal investigators. Working in basic, translational and clinical research, our strength is in elucidating mechanisms of cardiovascular disease, identifying biomarkers of disease, identifying therapeutic targets and developing and designing novel therapeutic strategies that will lead to clinical trials.
Individual research projects are tailored around the expertise of principal investigators within the institute. Basic and clinical projects are available for study. A variety of approaches are used, including molecular biology, biochemistry, epidemiology, mathematical modelling, bioinformatics, genetics, cell biology (including advanced in vitro and in vivo imaging), immunology and polyomics (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics etc).
Specific areas of interest include:
Individual research projects are tailored around the expertise of principal investigators.
Our Integrated PhD allows you to combine masters level teaching with your chosen research direction in a 1+3+1 format.
International students with MSc and PhD scholarships/funding do not have to apply for 2 visas or exit and re-enter the country between programmes. International and UK/EU students may apply.
Taught masters level modules are taken alongside students on our masters programmes. Our research-led teaching supports you to fine tune your research ideas and discuss these with potential PhD supervisors. You will gain a valuable introduction to academic topics, research methods, laboratory skills and the critical evaluation of research data. Your grades must meet our requirements in order to gain entry on to your pre-selected PhD research project. If not, you will have the options to pay outstanding MSc fees and complete with masters degree only.
PhD programme with research/lab work, completing an examinable piece of independent research in year 4.
Thesis write up.
A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent.
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
Toefl (ibt, my best or athome).
Integrated Skills in English II & III & IV: ISEII Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests.
Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.
The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses. We also consider other BALEAP accredited pre-sessional courses:
Prices are based on the annual fee for full-time study. Fees for part-time study are half the full-time fee.
Irish nationals who are living in the Common Travel Area of the UK, EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status, and Internationals with Indefinite Leave to remain status can also qualify for home fee status.
We offer a 20% discount to our alumni on all Postgraduate Research and full Postgraduate Taught Masters programmes. This includes University of Glasgow graduates and those who have completed Junior Year Abroad, Exchange programme or International Summer School with us. The discount is applied at registration for students who are not in receipt of another discount or scholarship funded by the University. No additional application is required.
Depending on the nature of the research project, some students will be expected to pay a bench fee (also known as research support costs) to cover additional costs. The exact amount will be provided in the offer letter.
The iPhD is not supported by University of Glasgow Scholarship/Funding
Our laboratories are well resourced and we offer a wide range of cutting-edge research facilities, including core facilities in:
Our excellent facilities underpin a bench to bedside approach that will equip you with research specific and generic training and skills complementary to a wide range of career options. We can tailor your study pathway to the precise aspects of cardiovascular research that suit your objectives.
You will emerge equipped with the skills necessary for a career in the highly competitive field of cardiovascular science and medicine. Future career opportunities include basic and clinical cardiovascular research in academia or industry, education, NHS, clinical biochemistry, public health bodies, media and publishing, funding agencies and scientific charities.
The College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences Graduate School provides a vibrant, supportive and stimulating environment for all our postgraduate students. We aim to provide excellent support for our postgraduates through dedicated postgraduate convenors, highly trained supervisors and pastoral support for each student. Our overarching aim is to provide a research training environment that includes:
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All Postgraduate Research Students are allocated a supervisor who will act as the main source of academic support and research mentoring. You may want to identify a potential supervisor and contact them to discuss your research proposal before you apply. Please note, even if you have spoken to an academic staff member about your proposal you still need to submit an online application form.
You can find relevant academic staff members with our staff research interests search .
IPhD applicants do not need to contact a supervisor, as you will choose from a list of IPhD projects. Each project has named supervisors.
Before applying please make sure you gather the following supporting documentation:
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Structure of our programme .
Year 1 also includes a carefully designed programme of lectures, generic laboratory training and clinical experiences. Within years 2 to 4, you may also plan a visit to an outstanding overseas or UK research group, or gain experience in a non-academic environment, to develop further skills and experience relevant to your research interests and help you plan a future career within or outside of academia. You will also receive support from our careers centre and learn from our alumni about their career journeys.
Support from a dedicated programme co-ordinator (Dawn Best)
A buddy scheme that links you with an established programme PhD fellow during your first year
A mentorship scheme where we help you to find an experienced mentor outside of your supervision team
Access to world class research facilities
Maximized time for the main PhD project
Overseas visits to other world-leading laboratories
Support for career development
Annual off-campus research symposia
Opportunities to publish your research and a review article
Extensive relevant taught and real-life training experiences
Wide multidisciplinary supervisor pool (including clinician-scientists)
Up to £3,000 financial support to attend relevant scientific meetings
Located in a state-of-the-art scientific building on one of the largest university-hospital complexes in the UK
Applications for 2025 entry are currently suspended. Please refer back to this page in February 2025. Until then, you can access a full list of current research opportunities on the University of Leeds’ Research Opportunities webpage .
The PhD projects we host align with one of three themes, all of which focus on research challenges we have identified that can lead to improved understanding, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease in people with diabetes. We are keen to recruit talented researchers from all scientific disciplines and projects are offered across the range of discovery, translational, applied research, computational and data analytic research. Successful applicants will be matched with projects after interview, a fter having the opportunity to meet prospective supervisors and discuss available projects. Please indicate on the application form which of the following themes you are most interested in :
Applicants must be eligible under the UK Home Fee status criteria. Academic fees are included in the scholarship awarded to successful candidates.
Applicants will have, or expect to obtain, a degree equivalent to at least a UK upper second-class undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area including; medical sciences, biomedical sciences, structural biology, biochemistry, imaging, physics, chemistry, mathematics, statistics and computing
Applicants applying should not already have been awarded a doctoral degree
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. All scholarships will be awarded on the basis of candidate potential.
Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the Faculty’s English Language requirements , where applicable.
This studentship will cover the cost of academic fees (at the UK Home Fee rate for postgraduate researchers) and a standard BHF PhD stipend (£19,919 - £23, 298 per year), based on 2023/24 rates. The studentship also includes a budget for research consumables and funding of up to £3, 000 to attend relevant scientific meetings.
All applicants are required to completed an online application form , in which you will need to upload the following supporting documents. As part of the online application, you will need to upload the following mandatory supporting documents:
Three supporting statements about your previous achievements, why you wish to study for a PhD, and your experience of using evidence to inform conclusions. These will be used by our shortlisting panel (without any other information you submit) to select candidates for interview. Detailed instructions and a template outlining the format of your supporting statements is provided here . You will need to copy, complete and submit this as part of your required application documents.
Full Academic CV.
Degree certificates and transcripts both for undergraduate and postgraduate studies as appropriate (or marks so far if still studying)
2 references from academic referees. Offers are subject to satisfactory references . Please ensure you have named your referees on your application form. We will contact all referees directly as part of the application process.
Evidence of English language ability, if applicable
An Equality, Diversity and Inclusion questionnaire. We encourage candidates to complete this form so that we can understand our progress in recruiting under-represented groups. It is important to note that all responses are anonymous and data would only ever be used in aggregate to avoid identification of individuals. The questionnaire includes a ‘prefer not to say’ option against each question if required. The information you provide on this questionnaire will not be used in the shortlisting process.
To help us identify that you are applying for this opportunity please ensure you provide the following information on your application form:
When asked for your programme of study please select Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes (PHP-CADD-4FT)
In source of funding make it clear that you are applying for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Scholarship
Give your chosen research theme as the project title
Enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Graduate School [email protected]
For further information about the programme, please email the BHF 4Y PhD Team directly on [email protected]
Closing date for applications is midnight on 3 January 2024 . Interviews are expected to be held on the 22 January 2024. Candidates will choose an in-person or remote interview. Travel expenses for interview attendance can be paid for by the programme.
Interviews will last 30 minutes. We do not require interviewees to give presentations. We will provide details of the interview process, including questions that we will ask, one week in advance of interviews.
In addition to the interview, there will be an opportunity to learn more about the Programme from:
A short talk by the Programme Director s: Associate Professor Richard Cubbon and Associate Professor Marlous Hall who will discuss and answer questions about our programme ethos, the structure of our training, and the research in our Institute.
A presentation by current Programme PhD fellows and the opportunity to discuss their experiences
Successful candidates will be contacted by the Programme Directors after interview to discuss their project selection, a process which will include the opportunity to meet prospective supervisors and learn about the projects they are offering.
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For any queries about the 4 Year BHF Programme, please contact our Programme Coordinator, Dawn Best.
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Msc engineering mathematics.
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Msc environmental modelling and data analysis.
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Msc global operations and supply chain management.
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Phd advanced composites, phd advanced quantitative methods, phd aerosol science, phd aerospace engineering, phd anthropology and archaeology, phd biochemistry, phd biological sciences, phd cellular and molecular medicine, phd chemistry, phd civil engineering, phd classics and ancient history, phd comparative literatures and cultures, phd computational statistics and data science: compass, phd computer science, phd creative writing, phd cyber security (tips at scale), phd digital health and care, phd disability studies, phd dynamic molecular cell biology (wellcome trust), phd earth sciences, phd east asian studies, phd economics, phd education, phd electrical and electronic engineering, phd engineering mathematics, phd english literature, phd exercise, nutrition and health, phd film and television, phd geographical sciences (human geography), phd geographical sciences (physical geography), phd global political economy, phd great western four+ doctoral training partnership (nerc), phd health and wellbeing, phd hispanic, portuguese and latin american studies, phd history, phd history of art, phd innovation and entrepreneurship, phd integrative cardiovascular science (bhf), phd interactive artificial intelligence, phd italian, phd management, phd mathematics, phd mechanical engineering, phd medieval studies, phd molecular, genetic and lifecourse epidemiology (wellcome), phd oral and dental sciences, phd philosophy, phd physics, phd physiology, pharmacology and neuroscience, phd politics, phd population health sciences, phd psychology, phd quantum engineering, phd religion and theology, phd robotics and autonomous systems, phd russian, phd security, conflict and human rights, phd social policy, phd social work, phd sociology, phd south west biosciences doctoral training partnership (bbsrc), phd south west doctoral training partnership (esrc), phd sustainable futures, phd technology enhanced chemical synthesis, phd theatre and performance, phd translation, phd translational health sciences, phd veterinary sciences.
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Quantum information science and technologies, religion and theology.
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Cardiovascular research.
Expertise of research area aging; Cardiac arrhythmia; Cardiac remodelling and repair; skeletal muscle; Sport and Exercise Science; cardiovascular
As part of the Cardiovascular and Sport and Exercise Sciences group, we were ranked 1st in the UK for world leading 4* research in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
<p>Our research, delivered under six themes, focuses on the function of the heart in health and disease, with additional activity in the area of skeletal muscle. From the level of the single molecule through to the function of the intact heart <em>in vivo</em>, complemented by multi-scale<em> in silico</em> modelling, we deliver world-class research with translational relevance.</p> <h3><a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/cardiovascular/doc/cardiovascular-research-themes/page/1">Molecular machinery of muscle contraction</a></h3> <p>Contraction of cardiac and skeletal muscle depends on the precise arrangement and interaction of elements of the excitation-contraction machinery and of the signalling pathways that regulate these.</p> <h3><a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/cardiovascular/doc/cardiovascular-research-themes/page/2">Cardiac arrhythmia</a></h3> <p>Cardiac arrhythmias occur when the heart’s electrical activity becomes chaotic and it can no longer pump blood efficiently. Ageing, certain conditions such as heart failure, and even intense exercise training can increase the risk of arrhythmias.</p> <h3><a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/cardiovascular/doc/cardiovascular-research-themes/page/3">Cardiac remodelling and repair</a></h3> <p>Cardiac adaptions through remodelling and repair occur at multiple levels and throughout life. One highly-contested area of research is the extent of myocardial regeneration that takes place following myocardial damage, and the role of stem or progenitor cells in this.</p> <h3><a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/cardiovascular/doc/cardiovascular-research-themes/page/4">Skeletal muscle in health and disease</a></h3> <p>Skeletal muscle is vital for life, underpinning locomotion, respiration, and metabolism, yet we still poorly understand its response to exercise and disease.</p> <h3><a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/cardiovascular/doc/cardiovascular-research-themes/page/5">Ageing and the cardiopulmonary system</a></h3> <p>Age is a major risk factor for the majority of cardiopulmonary complications. In part this is because many cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases are progressive. However, even healthy ageing is associated with a reduction in blood vessel and lung function, with a sharp decline in maximal cardiac output and aerobic capacity as people advance into their 60s and beyond.</p> <h3><a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/cardiovascular/doc/cardiovascular-research-themes/page/6">Exercise and the failing heart</a></h3> <p>Heart failure is a complex syndrome with impairment of cardiac, respiratory, musculoskeletal and vascular function, all of which contribute to reduced quality of life and mortality. Exercise has established benefits in patients with heart failure but debate continues as to the most appropriate exercise modality.</p>
<p>If you are interested in a product in this research area please search for our <a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/research-degrees/doc/how-to-apply">research opportunities</a>. </p>
<p>For further information please contact the Graduate School Office<br /> e: <a href="mailto:https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/research-degrees">fbsgrads</a><a href="mailto:[email protected]">@leeds.ac.uk</a>, t: +44 (0)113 343 8186</p>
UCL Institute of Cardiovascular Science
HiP-CT x SVD: Deep-Phenotyping of Single Ventricle Disease (SVD) by Synchrotron-based Hierarchical Phase Contrast Tomography (HiP-CT)
Key information.
Lead supervisors: Prof. Andrew Cook and Prof. Peter Lee Collaborators: SVD - EuReCCA collaborative - Mr Adrian Crucean (Birmingham, UK); Prof Lucile Houyel (Paris); Prof Monique Jongbloed (Leiden, Netherlands)
Application deadline: 29 Feb 2024 Project start date: April/May 2024 Project duration: 3 years
Eligibility: Open to UK students and international students Studentship funding: Home tuition fees* (currently £5,860/year) + AFE + maintenance stipend (currently £20,622/year). Note international students will have to pay addtional fees* Project location: UCL Zayed Centre for Research + UCL Bloomsbury campus
About ‘Single Ventricle Disease’
Congenital heart disease (CHD) affects nearly 1% of babies at birth and 11-13 million of the global population. It leads to over one quarter of a million premature deaths, each year. The severest form of CHD is Single Ventricle Disease (SVD), a heterogeneous group of heart abnormalities where macroscopic anatomy is well-described, but little is known about 3D deep-phenotype.
About the research project
This project will utilise Synchrotron-based, Hierarchical Phase-Contrast Tomography (HiP-CT), a novel technology that is already proving to be transformative for interpreting human disease, to provide a 3D map of explanted SVD organs across ages and scales. The student will examine the anatomy of hearts with SVD using HiP-CT across the life-course of disease from fetal life through to adulthood. Using HiP-CT data, they will then explore 3D myocardial structure in depth, the coronary vasculature and conduction system. The overall aim is to improve understanding of the deep-phenotype of SVD and improve patient’s journeys with the disease. Because some forms of SVD are rare, the nature of the work is multi-centre and collaborative across the UK and Europe, and you will have access to some of the largest anatomic biobanks in the world (EuReCCA collaborative) and work with a multi-disciplinary group of engineers, and image analysts.
Person Specification
Applicants should have, or be expecting to achieve, a first or upper second-class Honours degree, MSc (or equivalent) in cardiovascular science, anatomy, biomedical science, or biomedical engineering. The candidate must have a strong interest in cardiac anatomy and/or image analysis and be willing to learn about single ventricle disease. Handling and care of valuable anatomic specimens is a vital part of this research and the candidate must be willing to work in cardiac morphology labs in the UK and abroad. You must be enthusiastic to learn and work closely with our SVD team, as well as the wider multi-disciplinary group on HiPCT imaging and analysis, based at UCL Mech Eng (Prof Peter Lee)
Interested candidates should initially contact the supervisor, Prof. Andrew Cook ( [email protected] ) with subject 'SVD - PhD' including a motivation letter expressing interest in this project and a CV. Informal inquiries are encouraged.
*Eligibility
This studentship is available to candidates who qualify for UK Home tuition fees: candidates from the UK or from the EU with settled or pre-settled status in the UK. EU and International students are also welcome to enquire and exceptional students may be considered, especially if they have partial funding through other scholarships. The updated rules for eligibility for home fees for next year are available on the UCL website.
Applicants whose first language is not English are required to meet our Institute's English language entry requirements.
Application
To apply, please send a current CV including the contact details of two potential academic referees as well as a cover letter to [email protected] . Enquiries regarding the post can be made to Professor Andrew Cook ( [email protected] ).
Deadl ine for receipt of applications: 29 February 2024
Interview date: TBC
Outstanding research opportunities.
University College London (UCL) offers unrivalled opportunities for PhD research in all aspects of Cardiovascular Biomedicine. The Institute of Cardiovascular Science was set up in 2011 and is a centre of excellence in preventative and therapeutic cardiovascular medicine. Our academic staff have international reputations and ICS provides a stimulating academic setting. Research labs are well-funded and equipped, so that PhD students have the best chance of getting off to a productive start straightaway.
Throughout the 3 years, all student's progress will be monitored and assessed by a committee responsible for the training provided. Students will be integrated into the community of cardiovascular researchers at UCL by participation in journal clubs, seminars and social events. Career advice will be given in the last year.
UCL is located in Bloomsbury, close to the entertainment areas of the West End and South Bank which offer an enormous range of music, art, theatre and film, and a vast number of restaurants and bars. London is extremely socially diverse: most PhD students rapidly establish a thriving social life.
The UCL Institute of Cardiovascular Science is a world-leading research institute into the leading causes of cardiovascular disease.
We have been awarded an Athena SWAN silver award recognising our commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEM in higher education and research.
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Qualification, university name, postgraduate cardiology.
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Cardiology is a specialist medical field that focuses exclusively on the heart and blood vessels. Researchers and practitioners work to detect, diagnose and treat abnormalities, conditions and diseases of the heart. As heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the UK, cardiology is an increasingly important field that requires comprehensive training.
Postgraduates in cardiology will build on their existing medical training, and may specialise in areas like surgery, stroke treatment or cardiorespiratory practice. Working in hospitals and medical research settings is common.
There are over 12 degrees to choose from at more than eight universities in the UK from postgraduate certificates to MSc and MRes degree pathways.
Postgraduate courses in this area are usually designed for medical professionals wanting to specialise, so you will often need a health care degree and be working in a medical setting already. You will usually need to undertake a practical placement at your existing place of work with their support.
While the exact content will vary from uni to uni and course level, typical areas covered include acute cardiology principles and practice, fundamentals of cardiac diagnosis, invasive and interventional cardiology, research methods, leadership in clinical services and quality and safety in clinical services.
By completing a postgraduate qualification, you’ll advance your career in this field by extending your knowledge and skills. It will also give you the opportunity to work with experienced cardiologists whilst studying which could help build your professional networks.
Middlesex university.
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Edge hill university.
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University of bradford.
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University of leeds.
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St george's, university of london.
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Question What are the cardiovascular disease associations and genetic determinants of epicardial and pericardial adiposity?
Findings In a cohort study of 44 725 participants, the quantity of epicardial and pericardial adipose tissue was associated with type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and coronary artery disease, but these associations were no longer significant after adjusting for abdominal visceral adipose tissue. Seven genetic loci for epicardial and pericardial adipose tissue implicated genes influencing adipocyte morphology, brownlike adipose tissue differentiation, and abdominal adiposity.
Meaning Although local or paracrine effects have been suggested, epicardial and pericardial adiposity may signify a metabolically unhealthy adiposity phenotype comparable with abdominal visceral adiposity.
Importance Epicardial and pericardial adipose tissue (EPAT) has been associated with cardiovascular diseases such as atrial fibrillation or flutter (AF) and coronary artery disease (CAD), but studies have been limited in sample size or drawn from selected populations. It has been suggested that the association between EPAT and cardiovascular disease could be mediated by local or paracrine effects.
Objective To evaluate the association of EPAT with prevalent and incident cardiovascular disease and to elucidate the genetic basis of EPAT in a large population cohort.
Design, Setting, and Participants A deep learning model was trained to quantify EPAT area from 4-chamber magnetic resonance images using semantic segmentation. Cross-sectional and prospective cardiovascular disease associations were evaluated, controlling for sex and age. Prospective associations were additionally controlled for abdominal visceral adipose tissue (VAT) volumes. A genome-wide association study was performed, and a polygenic score (PGS) for EPAT was examined in independent FinnGen cohort study participants. Data analyses were conducted from March 2022 to December 2023.
Exposures The primary exposures were magnetic resonance imaging–derived continuous measurements of epicardial and pericardial adipose tissue area and visceral adipose tissue volume.
Main Outcomes and Measures Prevalent and incident CAD, AF, heart failure (HF), stroke, and type 2 diabetes (T2D).
Results After exclusions, this study included 44 475 participants (mean [SD] age, 64.1 [7.7] years; 22 972 female [51.7%]) from the UK Biobank. Cross-sectional and prospective cardiovascular disease associations were evaluated for a mean (SD) of 3.2 (1.5) years of follow-up. Prospective associations were additionally controlled for abdominal VAT volumes for 38 527 participants. A PGS for EPAT was examined in 453 733 independent FinnGen cohort study participants. EPAT was positively associated with male sex (β = +0.78 SD in EPAT; P < 3 × 10 −324 ), age (Pearson r = 0.15; P = 9.3 × 10 −229 ), body mass index (Pearson r = 0.47; P < 3 × 10 −324 ), and VAT (Pearson r = 0.72; P < 3 × 10 −324 ). EPAT was more elevated in prevalent HF (β = +0.46 SD units) and T2D (β = +0.56) than in CAD (β = +0.23) or AF (β = +0.18). EPAT was associated with incident HF (hazard ratio [HR], 1.29 per +1 SD in EPAT; 95% CI, 1.17-1.43), T2D (HR, 1.63; 95% CI, 1.51-1.76), and CAD (HR, 1.19; 95% CI, 1.11-1.28). However, the associations were no longer significant when controlling for VAT. Seven genetic loci were identified for EPAT, implicating transcriptional regulators of adipocyte morphology and brown adipogenesis ( EBF1 , EBF2 , and CEBPA ) and regulators of visceral adiposity ( WARS2 and TRIB2 ). The EPAT PGS was associated with T2D (odds ratio [OR], 1.06; 95% CI, 1.05-1.07; P =3.6 × 10 −44 ), HF (OR, 1.05; 95% CI, 1.04-1.06; P =4.8 × 10 −15 ), CAD (OR, 1.04; 95% CI, 1.03-1.05; P =1.4 × 10 −17 ), AF (OR, 1.04; 95% CI, 1.03-1.06; P =7.6 × 10 −12 ), and stroke in FinnGen (OR, 1.02; 95% CI, 1.01-1.03; P =3.5 × 10 −3 ) per 1 SD in PGS.
Conclusions and Relevance Results of this cohort study suggest that epicardial and pericardial adiposity was associated with incident cardiovascular diseases, but this may largely reflect a metabolically unhealthy adiposity phenotype similar to abdominal visceral adiposity.
Rämö JT , Kany S , Hou CR, et al. Cardiovascular Significance and Genetics of Epicardial and Pericardial Adiposity. JAMA Cardiol. 2024;9(5):418–427. doi:10.1001/jamacardio.2024.0080
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Novel diagnostics to assess the impact of turbulent flow in cardiovascular disease, phd research project.
PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.
This research project has funding attached. It is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.
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This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.
Unravelling atrial fibrillation complexity: advanced statistics and machine learning integration of electrophysiology clinical data and big data sources, [artificial intelligence, biostatistics, machine learning, digital healthcare, natriuretic peptides analogues as potential therapeutic and diagnostic tools for cardiovascular disease, the role of extracellular vesicles in signalling between cardiovascular cell types in metabolic diseases and in cardioprotective therapies, funded phd project (european/uk students only).
This project has funding attached for UK and EU students, though the amount may depend on your nationality. Non-EU students may still be able to apply for the project provided they can find separate funding. You should check the project and department details for more information.
2025 rtp round - testing the synergistic effect of inorganic nitrate and exercise on cardiovascular and brain health in older subjects, phd positions in the field of molecular medicine, age-related diseases, immunology, molecular and lipid metabolism, cardiovascular research and biostatistics, funded phd programme (students worldwide).
Some or all of the PhD opportunities in this programme have funding attached. Applications for this programme are welcome from suitably qualified candidates worldwide. Funding may only be available to a limited set of nationalities and you should read the full programme details for further information.
An Austrian PhD usually takes 3-4 years. Most students complete their projects within broader PhD programmes incorporating a curriculum of courses and training worth a certain number of ECTS credits as well as research towards an original thesis. This will be presented for a public examination by two academic experts. Most programmes are delivered in German, but some universities offer English-language teaching.
Design and 3d-printing of biomaterials for cardiovascular applications, competition funded phd project (uk students only).
This research project is one of a number of projects at this institution. It is in competition for funding with one or more of these projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be awarded the funding. The funding is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.
Repurposing and enriching cardiovascular risk prediction model to identify people at risk of cancer – ucl (part of health data research uk’s big data for complex disease driver programme), investigating the self-organizing properties of cardiac cells in vivo, competition funded phd project (students worldwide).
This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.
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The Centre for Cardiovascular Science aims to foster and deliver research into the causes, consequences and therapy of the cardiovascular diseases.
We offer postgraduates the opportunity to work within internationally leading research programmes addressing fundamental development and control of the cardiovascular system and the origins and consequences of cardiovascular disease. The work extends from basic laboratory research through to clinical studies.
Four PhD studentships are available in September 2023, funded by the British Heart Foundation*. The studentships have a 1+3 format, the first year being a Masters in Cardiovascular Science that includes a taught element and 3 laboratory/project rotations followed by a 3 year PhD. These studentships are aimed at highly motivated candidates with research experience and a strong interest in the cardiovascular research performed within our Centre.
The Centre will also consider self-funded candidates for the PhD in Cardiovascular Science. Such candidates will be expected to have an agreement with one of our Centre’s Principal Investigators to supervise a PhD project before application and will be interviewed by the Postgraduate Director and members of the Postgraduate Committee.
In 2019, the Centre was designated as one of four British Heart Foundation Research Excellence Award (REA) and was awarded £3M over a four-year period, building upon 3 successive major REA investments since 2008.
Major research efforts are directed at:
The Centre has an excellent track record for training provision to basic scientists and clinicians. Trainees on our programmes receive direct support from at least two academic advisors during their studies and a dedicated thesis committee provides guidance throughout the programme of research. In addition to research training, the Centre hosts an active seminar series for distinguished external speakers and a them-based forum for presentation of internal research at all levels (PhD, post-doctoral, principal investigators).
The Centre offers training to clinicians and basic scientists from biomedical and non-biomedical backgrounds. Several training schemes are offered, covering full- and part-time study.
In addition, there are three distinct 4-year PhD programmes, applications for which should be made directly to the Centre.
The CVS is situated in the £50 million, purpose-built Queen's Medical Research Institute adjacent to the new Medical School and Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Little France. Trainees can access the BHF Biomedical Magnetic Resonance Imaging and the Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Facilities. In addition, the Centre supports a high quality suite for in vivo physiological studies.
These entry requirements are for the 2024/25 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2025/26 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2024.
A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent.
Check whether your international qualifications meet our general entry requirements:
Regardless of your nationality or country of residence, you must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies.
We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified:
Your English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the programme you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS , TOEFL, Trinity ISE or PTE , in which case it must be no more than two years old.
We also accept an undergraduate or postgraduate degree that has been taught and assessed in English in a majority English speaking country, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration:
We also accept a degree that has been taught and assessed in English from a university on our list of approved universities in non-majority English speaking countries (non-MESC).
If you are not a national of a majority English speaking country, then your degree must be no more than five years old* at the beginning of your programme of study. (*Revised 05 March 2024 to extend degree validity to five years.)
Find out more about our language requirements:
Additional costs.
The Centre will consider self-funded candidates for the PhD in Cardiovascular Science.
As a self-funding student you will be responsible for securing funding to cover your tuition fees and living costs for the duration of your studies. You would also be expected to cover the project research costs. These are defined by the project supervisor and are typically in excess of £10,000 per year.
Award | Title | Duration | Study mode | |
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PhD | Cardiovascular Science | 3 Years | Full-time | |
PhD | Cardiovascular Science | 6 Years | Part-time | |
MScR | Cardiovascular Science | 1 Year | Full-time | |
MScR | Cardiovascular Science | 2 Years | Part-time |
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Phd cardiovascular science - 6 years (part-time), msc by research cardiovascular science - 1 year (full-time), msc by research cardiovascular science - 2 years (part-time), application deadlines.
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You must submit two references with your application.
Before making your application, you must make contact with a potential supervisor to discuss your research proposal. Further information on making a research degree application can be found on the College website:
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The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris kickoff this Friday, with its Opening Ceremony at 1:30 p.m. ET. The games will run until Sunday, Aug. 11. Join us in cheering on two of our medical students, Lexington-native Lee Kiefer and Gerek Meinhardt! The husband-wife fencing duo are Olympic veterans, making a collective ninth Olympic appearance (fourth for Kiefer, fifth for Meinhardt) in Paris this summer.
Kiefer joined the UK College of Medicine in 2017 and Meinhardt in 2020. Both completed their first two years of medical school at UK before taking a leave of absence to compete as Olympians. They plan to return next fall to continue their clinical training.
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New Study Identifies Two Proteins That May Contribute to Stroke Recurrence
New study identifies two proteins that may contribute to stroke recurrence ..
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People who experience an arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) or transient ischemic stroke (TIA) are at an increased risk of suffering a second stroke or other major adverse cardiovascular event (MACE), making it critically important to identify risk factors and treatments to prevent these subsequent occurrences.
A new study led by the School of Public Health, the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Bristol Biomedical Research Centre (Bristol BRC), and Veteran’s Affairs Boston Healthcare System (VA Boston), has identified new genetic and molecular risk factors that may reveal new pathways for treating patients after they experience their first stroke.
Published in Stroke , a journal of the American Heart Association, the study identified CCL27 and TNFRSF14, two proteins that are associated with subsequent MACE, but not initial strokes. These proteins are known to activate inflammation, which plays a key role in the development of strokes and many chronic conditions and diseases. The findings suggest that inflammation is a contributing factor to MACE outcomes among people after they have their first stroke.
“While previous studies have found associations between inflammation and incident AIS/MACE, our study found that these causal proteins may also have a role in subsequent MACE, which could lead to potential novel drug targets,” says study co-lead author Nimish Adhikari, a PhD student in biostatistics at SPH and VA Boston. The study was also co-led by Andrew Elmore , senior research associate in health data science at NIHR Bristol BRC.
Utilizing genetic information and medical history data from two large biobanks, the VA’s Million Veteran Program and UK Biobank, the research team conducted ancestry-specific genome-wide association studies (GWAS) to find associations between DNA and incident and subsequent AIS and MACE.
GWAS are typically performed to determine whether individuals have had a medical event for the first time, but applying this method to subsequent MACE events could shed novel insights about stroke progression, information that would be valuable for therapeutic drug identification, the researchers say.
In total, the researchers examined 93,422 individuals who had an incident stroke, among which 51,929 had subsequent MACE and 45,120 had subsequent AIS.
In population specific analyses, they observed two significant genetic variants: rs76472767, near gene RNF220 on chromosome 1 in the African ancestry GWAS for subsequent MACE, and rs13294166, near gene LINC01492 on chromosome 9 in the same ancestry GWAS for subsequent AIS.
“We used that data to find if there were certain molecules that were associated with either incident or subsequent states,” says Elmore. “From that, we were able to identify a link between certain molecules that play a part in inflammation and these stroke and MACE outcomes.”
While the prevalence of stroke has declined worldwide over the last three decades, it is still the second-leading cause of death and third-leading cause of disability across the globe, and it remains a significant public health issue. Stroke also continues to disproportionately affect populations among racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and geographical lines, furthering health inequities in both high- and low-income countries. Identifying novel drug targets for new therapeutic interventions that thwart stroke progression could save millions of people from experiencing stroke-related disability and mortality.
It’s unknown if targeting other modifiable risk factors for stroke could also offer pathways for effective treatment after someone experiences their first stroke.
“We are looking forward to extending this research to other cardiometabolic outcomes beyond stroke,” says co-senior and corresponding author Gina Peloso , associate professor of biostatistics at SPH.
Lavinia Paternoster , associate professor in genetic epidemiology at NIHR Bristol BRC and Bristol Medical School, and Kelly Cho , director of data science and analytics at the division of population health and data science, VA Boston Healthcare System and associate professor of medicine at Mass General Brigham, Harvard Medical School, are also co-senior authors.
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