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Overview
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading global cause of death. On Causes of Human Disease - Understanding Cardiovascular Disease at University of Leeds by FutureLearn, you’ll learn how the cardiovascular system functions and understand common cardiovascular diseases like heart attack and stroke, as well as the risk factors associated with them.
Key facts:
- You’ll also learn about blood pressure, blood sugar control and imbalances, and the role of these in diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- You’ll investigate socio-economic factors in the development of cardiovascular diseases, and current management and prevention strategies.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- The anatomy of the heart, arteries, veins and the composition of blood.
- Cardiovascular diseases, and how they can develop and progress over time.
- Statistical trends in cardiovascular disease over the decades and across the world.
- The two most common risk factors for the development of cardiovascular diseases: high blood pressure and high-glucose levels.
- Causes, risk factors and basic management of high blood pressure and diabetes.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 14 days
- 4 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 286 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- The course is suitable for anyone with a general interest in the science behind causes of human disease. No previous knowledge or experience is required.
- If you are working in nursing, healthcare or social care, or just wish to learn more, this course is designed to support you as a professional. By completing all aspects of the course you will have achieved 14 hours of CPD time.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full
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