Course overview
An online LLM on the law and regulation of healthcare providers, professionals and patient safety.
This is a Level 7 postgraduate course, usually completed in one year of full-time study.
What you’ll study
Typical topics include:
- Healthcare regulation
- Professional regulation and fitness to practise
- Patient safety and law
- Health data and privacy
- 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
- Healthcare compliance manager
- Regulatory adviser
- Health lawyer
- Policy officer
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.
