Bioethics and Medical Law MA, PGDip, PGCert
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-19 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Bioethics and Medical Law Masters Program explores the ethical and legal challenges in healthcare. Through a blend of online and in-person learning, students develop critical thinking and communication skills applicable to various settings, including bioethics committees, healthcare administration, and legal practice focused on healthcare. The program emphasizes real-world case analysis and offers opportunities for dissertation publication and visits to prominent London institutions.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Bioethics and Medical Law Masters Program
Overview:
This program delves into the ethical challenges in healthcare and the intersection of bioethics and law. Students examine real-world cases through a philosophical and Judeo-Christian lens.
- Analyze bioethical dilemmas and current controversies in a nuanced manner.
- Apply bioethical and legal principles to real-world case studies.
- Understand the UK legal system regarding healthcare and legal aspects of bioethics.
- Gain research skills through dissertation writing and publication opportunities.
Description:
- Part-time and full-time study options available.
- Duration: 1 year (full-time), 2-3 years (part-time).
- A blend of online and in-person learning available.
- Exit options are offered with Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma awards.
- Expert instruction by ethics specialists from diverse backgrounds: law, medicine, philosophy, theology.
- Publication opportunities for dissertations in peer-reviewed journals.
Outline:
Program content:
- Philosophical concepts of human nature.
- Ethical considerations at the beginning and end of life.
- UK legal system in relation to healthcare.
- Bioethical principles.
- Global perspectives on bioethics.
Structure:
Modules include lectures, seminars, discussions, individual and collaborative assignments, culminating in a dissertation project.
Course schedule:
The program offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time options.
Teaching:
Teaching methods:
The program utilizes interactive teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, group work, and case studies.
Faculty:
Academics with expertise in law, medicine, philosophy, and theology lead the program.
Unique approaches:
The program emphasizes real-world case analysis, encouraging in-depth exploration of bioethical dilemmas through a diverse faculty lens.
Careers:
Potential career paths:
- Bioethics committees.
- Healthcare administration.
- Biotechnology companies.
- Genetics research and counseling.
- Pharmaceutical industry.
- Research and development in healthcare.
- Legal practice focused on healthcare.
- Civic leadership and policy.
- Business and public relations in areas related to bioethics.
- Media and communications for healthcare and bioethics issues.
- Education and academia specializing in bioethics.
Other:
- Opportunities to visit prominent London institutions in healthcare, law, and science for enhanced learning experiences.
- Access to online journals and databases.
- Home: £9,990
- International: £17,640
