Master's
LLM Medical Law, Ethics and Practice – DMU
Course Overview
The LLM Medical Law, Ethics and Practice at De Montfort University explores legal and ethical issues arising within healthcare and medical practice. Students study consent, confidentiality, patient rights, medical negligence, bioethics, healthcare regulation, clinical governance, and professional responsibility while evaluating complex legal case studies.
The programme develops specialist legal reasoning and policy analysis relevant to modern healthcare systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in healthcare law, regulatory bodies, legal consultancy, public policy, ethics committees, and healthcare management.
Entry Requirements
- Recognized undergraduate degree in law, health sciences, or related discipline with a minimum of 2:2
- Minimum Second Class lower degree classification or international equivalent standard
- Advanced English language proficiency via IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)
- Submission of academic transcripts, degree certificates, and professional CV
- Statement of purpose focusing on bioethics, clinical negligence, and healthcare law
Career Outcomes
- Medical Law Specialist
- Clinical Risk Manager
- Healthcare Regulatory Compliance Officer
- Bioethics Advisor
- In-house Legal Counsel (Healthcare)
Scholarship Available
- DMU Law School Postgraduate Grants
- Healthcare Law Scholarships
- International Awards
Key Information
Location
Leicester, United Kingdom
University
De Montfort University
Intakes
September
Study Mode
On Campus
Tuition Fee
$30,500 / Year
Duration
1 Years
Language
English
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