Medical Law (Adv) module (LW41046)

This module provides an overview of the most important areas of medical law.

Topics covered in this module include:

• medical ethics
• consent to treatment
• medical confidentiality
• treatment of infertility, disability, and bioethics
• treating children

What you will learn

In this module you will:

• learn of the theoretical concepts, legal principles, and ethics that influence and shape the various medical laws
• learn of the controversies that have shaped the various medical laws and understand their impact on the law and policies
• develop the skills to undertake independent research using appropriate primary and secondary sources

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• critically assess the law regarding primary and secondary sources and identify any problems with the current law
• formally and informally present mainstream ideas and concepts in law
• exercise autonomy and initiative
• work in a team by sharing knowledge with peers while being aware of your role and the roles of others in the team

Assignments / assessment

• Coursework 1 (40%)
• Coursework 2 (60%)

This module does not have a final exam.

Teaching methods / timetable

This module will be delivered through a combination of student-led seminars and independent study. You will be expected to read prior to sessions for a high level of engagement.

You will also be expected to prepare answers to questions set for each seminar. This preparation will form the basis for all the seminar discussions.