Middlesex University London - Cardiac Rhythm Management and Electrophysiology MSc/PGDip/PGCert

Middlesex University London

Cardiac Rhythm Management and Electrophysiology MSc/PGDip/PGCert

Combine advanced theoretical study with practical training, developing the holistic skills required to further your career in cardiac rhythm management and electrophysiology,

Why study MSc Cardiac Rhythm Management and Electrophysiology at Middlesex University?

Taught by industry-recognised experts, this course will enhance your clinical practice and expand your theoretical knowledge in the fields of cardiac rhythm management and clinical electrophysiology. Teaching covers a breadth of subjects, from advanced signal processing to biomedical ethics and law — providing a solid grounding in research methodologies, experimental design and statistics.

A central objective of the course is to enable students to critically evaluate the legal requirements for human experiments and ethical issues relating to research with human subjects and human tissue. You will acquire in-depth knowledge of the technologies used in diagnostics and research, solving complex problems related to disease investigation. With a significant leadership and management component, the course will also help you understand and apply the principles of health and safety, quality control, research and statistical methods in their professional lives.

In our partnership with Saracens Rugby Club, you’ll have access to the fantastic resources at StoneX Stadium, including the brand new £23 million redevelopment project of the West Stand which offers state-of-the-art facilities as a top educational and high performance centre for teaching and research excellence. With some of the most advanced equipment in the UK, you will be able to utilise the new specialist spaces, simulation suites, specialist labs, plus much more.

This course is designed for healthcare practitioners, including physicians, nurses and physiologists, already working in the field of cardiology, particularly cardiac rhythm management and electrophysiology. Suitable for graduates who are interested in a research or an academic career, the course provides the knowledge and skills required for further study at doctoral level.

Course highlights

  • The course provides students with a mastery of the fundamental principles and recent advances in electrophysiology and cardiac rhythm management
  • Industry-experienced tutors that are hands-on and supportive — all our teaching staff are involved in research and many are pioneers in their own field
  • Opportunity to undertake an independent research project under the guidance and supervision of an academic
  • Learn about the fundamental mechanisms underpinning the major pathological processes
  • Opportunity to develop your skills in state-of-the-art laboratories, including a clinical skills laboratory, all fitted out with professional standard equipment
  • Work-based experience can contribute towards the award
  • As a student of this course you'll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.

Entry Requirements

  • A 2:1 honours degree or above, or an equivalent qualification, in a health or science-based subject
  • The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all components).

Career Prospects

The MSc/PGDip/PGCert Cardiac Rhythm Management and Electrophysiology course equips individuals with skills and knowledge for various roles, including cardiac physiologists, healthcare practitioners, and other healthcare professionals. This course supports career advancement in the field, allowing individuals to explore research, academic careers, or even pursue doctoral studies.

Course Details

The MSc/PGDip/PGCert Cardiac Rhythm Management and Electrophysiology degree covers the theory and practice of cardiac rhythm management and electrophysiology, focusing on leadership, management, legal, and ethical issues in biomedical research and clinical practice. The course also provides a solid foundation in experimental design and statistics, and students have the opportunity to undertake an independent research project under the guidance of an academic.
Graduates gain in-depth understanding of the subject, advanced technical knowledge, and skills in cardiac rhythm management and clinical electrophysiology. They also acquire design, critical analysis, and skills for individualized research projects. Optional modules are available at levels 5 and 6, but not on every course. Students will be asked to make their choice during the previous academic year. If an optional module is not offered, the programme will advise students after the selection period or at the earliest time the programme team decides not to run the module and help them choose an alternative module.

Course Modules

Clinical Practice (30 credits)
Cardiac Rhythm Management (15 credits)
Clinical Electrophysiology (15 credits)
Leadership and Management (15 credits)
Bioethics (15 credits)
Experimental Design and Statistics (15 credits)
Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics(15 credits)
Research Project (60 credits)

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