Clinical Sciences (Physiological Sciences): with specialisms in: Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science, Gastrointestinal Physiology and Urodynamic Science (CVRSGIU), MSc

The Physiological Sciences modules are taught by a multi-professional team comprising of a variety of healthcare professionals. Each specialist module also has a clinical academic lead with subject specific expertise. This ensures that the academic programme and case/problem based learning relates directly to clinical practice.

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Modules

Degree programme director:

Dr Chris Eggett, Training Co-ordinator and Deputy Manager, Cardiac Services, Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Generic module leads:

  • Integrating science and professional practice: Dr Judith Kuit, Principal Lecturer, Physiological Sciences, University of Sunderland
  • Research methods and projects: Dr Pete Middleton, Lecturer, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University

Specialist theme leads:

  • Cardiac Science: Mr Dave Richley, Cardiac Physiology Lecturer Practitioner, The North of England Cardiovascular Network
  • Vascular Science:Mr Crispan Oates, Head of Blood Flow Measurement, Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Respiratory & Sleep Science: Dr Chris Ward, Senior Lecturer, Institute of Cellular Medicine, Newcastle University
  • Gastrointestinal and Urodynamic Science: Dr Michael Drinnan, Consultant Clinical Scientist, Head of Physiological Measurement, Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust