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De Montfort University: LLM Medical Law and Ethics (Distance learning)
| Institution | De Montfort University |
|---|---|
| Department | Business and Law |
| Web | https://www.dmu.ac.uk |
| enquiry@dmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0116 250 6070 |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
This course is designed to help you identify and manage the issues that you will encounter in the modern workplace. Our targeted medical law and ethics modules will introduce you to the structure of the NHS, professional self-regulation and more. In addition to studying core modules, you will be able to choose from a wide variety of optional, insightful modules, enabling you to tailor your studies and specialise in your chosen area of interest.
The course is aimed at healthcare professionals with direct responsibility for patient care, particularly those caring for psychiatric patients, as well as clinicians engaged in medical research. It is also suitable for NHS Trust staff concerned with clinical governance, risk management or resourcing decisions.
**Key features**
- This course has been established for over 18 years, enabling students to benefit from experienced academic expertise.
- The programme covers real-world ethical issues including euthanasia, abortion, mental health, medical negligence, patient safety and Coroner’s law.
- Develop your own personal pathway. This course combines one core module with a diverse range of optional modules
- Study at your own pace. Enjoy flexible distance learning, with the option to exit at one of several points with a postgraduate award.
- Differentiate yourself in the job market. Gain a competitive edge by increasing your knowledge of medical law.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification, or an appropriate professional qualification. Some background knowledge of law is useful , but a degree in law is not essential. |
Fees
| International | 8950 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 8950 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 8950 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8950 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8950 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This course is designed to help you identify and manage the issues that you will encounter in the modern workplace. Our targeted medical law and ethics modules will introduce you to the structure of the NHS, professional self-regulation and more. In addition to studying core modules, you will be able to choose from a wide variety of optional, insightful modules, enabling you to tailor your studies and specialise in your chosen area of interest.
The course is aimed at healthcare professionals with direct responsibility for patient care, particularly those caring for psychiatric patients, as well as clinicians engaged in medical research. It is also suitable for NHS Trust staff concerned with clinical governance, risk management or resourcing decisions.
**Key features**
- This course has been established for over 18 years, enabling students to benefit from experienced academic expertise.
- The programme covers real-world ethical issues including euthanasia, abortion, mental health, medical negligence, patient safety and Coroner’s law.
- Develop your own personal pathway. This course combines one core module with a diverse range of optional modules
- Study at your own pace. Enjoy flexible distance learning, with the option to exit at one of several points with a postgraduate award.
- Differentiate yourself in the job market. Gain a competitive edge by increasing your knowledge of medical law.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification, or an appropriate professional qualification. Some background knowledge of law is useful , but a degree in law is not essential. |
Fees
| International | 9200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 9200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9200 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The course applies our staff expertise in medical law and ethics to issues that you will encounter in the workplace. You will be taught by staff with healthcare experience as well as backgrounds in law. Within the LLM programme, each student has the opportunity to develop his or her own interests with the freedom to choose from a range of module options.
**Informa Connect**
- This course is delivered in partnership with Informa Connect – An Informa Business, an organisation dedicated to working with leading academic bodies to provide high-calibre and well respected distance learning postgraduate courses
**Develop your own personal pathway**
- This course combines one core module with a diverse range of optional modules
**Study at your own pace**
- Enjoy flexible distance learning, with the option to exit at one of several points with a postgraduate award
**Differentiate yourself in the job market**
- Gain a competitive edge by increasing your knowledge of medical law
**Boost your employability**
- Improve your career and employability options in a globalised job market
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification, or an appropriate professional qualification. Some background knowledge of law is useful , but a degree in law is not essential. If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.5 (including a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent is normally required. |
Summary
The course applies our staff expertise in medical law and ethics to issues that you will encounter in the workplace. You will be taught by staff with healthcare experience as well as backgrounds in law. Within the LLM programme, each student has the opportunity to develop his or her own interests with the freedom to choose from a range of module options.
**Informa Connect**
- This course is delivered in partnership with Informa Connect – An Informa Business, an organisation dedicated to working with leading academic bodies to provide high-calibre and well respected distance learning postgraduate courses
**Develop your own personal pathway**
- This course combines one core module with a diverse range of optional modules
**Study at your own pace**
- Enjoy flexible distance learning, with the option to exit at one of several points with a postgraduate award
**Differentiate yourself in the job market**
- Gain a competitive edge by increasing your knowledge of medical law
**Boost your employability**
- Improve your career and employability options in a globalised job market
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification, or an appropriate professional qualification. Some background knowledge of law is useful , but a degree in law is not essential. If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.5 (including a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent is normally required. |
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