Course overview
An online LLM on the legal and ethical questions in medicine – from consent and confidentiality to end-of-life care.
This is a Level 7 postgraduate course, usually completed in one year of full-time study.
What you’ll study
Typical topics include:
- Medical law
- Healthcare ethics
- Consent and capacity
- Clinical negligence
- Dissertation
Exact modules vary by institution — your adviser will share the full module list for the place you choose.
Entry requirements
- A UK bachelor’s degree (usually 2:2 or above) or an international equivalent
- Relevant work experience may be considered if you don’t meet the usual grades
- International applicants: English at IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent
- A personal statement and an up-to-date CV
Career paths
- Medical law adviser
- Healthcare compliance officer
- Ethics committee roles
- Health lawyer
How UEC helps
Our advisers are free for students. We check your eligibility, compare the institutions offering this course, help with your application, assessment and interview, and guide you through Student Finance.
