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    Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM

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    Edinburgh, GBLLMOnline1 year
    £24,700.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh is a 180-credit, 1-year, online LLM program based in Edinburgh, GB. Tuition is £24,700.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary programme covering international and domestic medical law and ethics, including regulation of medical research, biotechnology, public health, patient confidentiality, end-of-life issues, negligence, and medical consent. Explores healthcare policy, responses to technology, and contemporary medico-legal dilemmas.

    Focus: coursework
    21st QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Law and Legal Studies; 16th Times Higher Education World University Rankings: Law 2025
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 30, 2026
    September 2026
    Jun 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition) before 21 January 2026: total 100 with at least 25 in writing and 23 in all other components
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other components

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Graduate Route (UK)

    £17,196.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh is £24,700 across 180 required credits.
    Is Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh online or in-person?
    Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh take to complete?
    Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh?
    Per the program's published guidance: UK 2:1 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh?
    Post-completion work rights for Medical Law and Ethics (Online Learning) LLM at University of Edinburgh: 24 months Graduate Route (UK)