Master's
LLM Medical Law and Ethics – DU
Course Overview
The LLM Medical Law and Ethics at Durham University examines the legal and ethical issues arising in healthcare, medicine, and biomedical research. Students study healthcare regulation, medical negligence, bioethics, reproductive law, consent, mental capacity, public health law, and emerging medical technologies.
Advanced legal research and critical analysis develop expertise in addressing ethical and regulatory challenges within healthcare systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in healthcare law, legal consultancy, public policy, medical regulation, ethics committees, and postgraduate research.
Entry Requirements
- Recognized undergraduate degree in law, health sciences, or related discipline with a minimum 2:1
- Minimum Upper Second Class degree classification or international equivalent standard
- Advanced English language proficiency via IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 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
- Durham Law School Postgraduate Grants
- Healthcare Law Scholarships
- International Awards
Key Information
Location
Durham, United Kingdom
University
Durham University
Intakes
September
Study Mode
On Campus
Tuition Fee
$30,500 / Year
Duration
1 Years
Language
English
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