Brochure Master Cardiovascular Research

Master Cardiovascular Research

Are you a researcher at heart?

Welcome Are you a researcher at heart?

Can you envision yourself doing research at a renowned institute? Do you want to join the battle against heart disease with experts from the field?

Then you should consider the two-year Master’s degree program in Cardiovascular Research.

“We train students to work together, so they can solve problems related to cardiovascular disease. That is an amazing process.”

Christa Boer, Program Director Master Cardiovascular Research

You probably know someone in your surroundings who has suffered a heart attack or cardiac arrest.

After all, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in the Western world. In the Netherlands more than 100 people die every day due to cardiovascular disease. To reduce this number, scientific research is needed. In the Master’s degree program in Cardiovascular Research, you will contribute to this crucial research.

The heart is a muscle about the size of a fist and weighs approximately 500g

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“During the study you are guided personally by specialists in the field.’’

Susan Ghazi – Student

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“Being the link between fundamental- and clinical research leads to great opportunities and interesting collaborations.’’

Melissa Verkaik – Alumnus

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About the program Unique and small scale The Master’s program in Cardiovascular Research at VUmc School of Medical Sciences is the only program of its kind in the Netherlands and one of the few in Europe. Due to the small scale of the program, you will receive personal guidance from the best researchers in the field.

Currriculum During the first year you learn all about the cardiovascular field, including the pathophysiology of the heart and the clinical aspects of cardio­ vascular diseases.

During the second year you focus on your own interests and preferences. There are many possibilities, also for doing a research internship abroad. For example, would you like to do research at Harvard University in the USA? VUmc School of Medical Sciences has connections with such renowned research institutes worldwide.

The heart is connected to 100,000 kilometres of blood vessels

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“The atmosphere in the group is very good. We are ambitious, motivated and determined to bring out the best in each other.”

Viola Strijbis – Student

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Practical information The Cardiovascular Research program is challenging, and offers you great opportunities for personal and carreer development. Only 20 students are admitted each year, which means that we have to make a selection of the best applicants.

The heart has a pumping capacity of about 5 liters of blood per minute

What are the prerequisites for admission?

• You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biomedicine or the life sciences • You are interested in working in a multi­ disciplinary environment where you build bridges between experimental and clinical research • You enjoy working with people who challenge each other to attain the best results • You are interested in cardiovascular disease and patient-oriented research On the website www.med.vu.nl/en you can find more information about the selection criteria and admission procedure.

“For my internship I am going to Seattle. It will be a huge challenge to work with the best professionals from the field.’’

Laween Uthman, student Master Cardiovascular Research

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Application You can apply for the Master’s degree program in Cardiovascular Research at the VUmc School of Medical Sciences through Studielink.

“During the second year, students can focus on their own interests and fulfill their own ambitions. They can become the researchers that they want to be.’’

Edwin Kanters – Program Coördinator

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Amsterdam Amsterdam The capital city of the Netherlands is known for its parks, culture and fun things to do. With your student card you get discount admission to the Zoo. Or you can discover new music at the Paradiso nightclub or simply enjoy a beer on the Leidseplein.

Campus/Uilenstede All degree programs at the VU are located on the campus.

That means you’ll have lots of contact with students from other fields. In the summer, the campus is full of students who are studying, having lunch or talking. The student flats are located near the VU campus.

Sports With your student card you can get a discount subscription at the VU Sports Centre.

There is also a forest where you can go runing or cycling, and there are facilities for rowing.

Number of bikes in Amsterdam: 881.000

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About Amsterdam Population of Amsterdam

811.185 2 .33 2.773 Population of Amsterdam metropolitan area

Students

Area of Amsterdam (hectares)

102.256

21.939

Concerts and performances per year

9.000 CafĂŠs

Trams

1.515 Nationalities

178

Animal species at the Artis zoo

900

216 Museums

Open-air markets

75

32

Parks

Cinemas

Student associations

40

15

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Mayors

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Photography: De Beeldredaktie, Digidaan, Thomas Schlijper | Editing: Cindy Noordhoek, Anke Laterveer | Design: designyard | Printing: Boom + Verweij Grafiservice

Published August 2014

Contact information

VUmc

Coรถrdinator Master Cardiovascular Research

PO box 7057

Email: cvrmaster@vumc.nl

1007 MB Amsterdam

Tel: 020-4445895 Website: www.med.vu.nl/en