Overview

The Mental Health Law - Part-time programme at The University of Law offers a comprehensive academic exploration of the legal rules governing mental health services and patient rights. This postgraduate degree is specifically structured to accommodate the schedules of working professionals, allowing for a deep dive into the complexities of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. Students will examine how legal principles are applied in real-world healthcare settings to protect vulnerable individuals.

Why Mental Health Law - Part-time at The University of Law?

Learn from expert lecturers, including current and former legal practitioners who bring practical experience into the classroom and benefit from the university's Centre of Excellence for Healthcare, which provides specialised resources and industry-aligned teaching.

Access a vast professional network through strategic partnerships with legal firms, regulatory bodies, and accreditation organisations and enhance your career prospects with support from a dedicated employability team, focusing on transferable skills for the medico-legal sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 19600 per full
National fee: GBP 15000 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum begins with an induction into the Key Principles of the English Legal System, followed by core legal training and independent research. Modules may include:

Mental Health Law
Research Methods
Mental Health Services
Patient Rights
Legal Technology
Dissertation

Careers with Mental Health Law - Part-time

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for diverse roles within the healthcare and legal sectors. The specialised knowledge gained can lead to careers as policy advisors, regulation specialists, or healthcare managers. Many students use this qualification to pursue paths in clinical governance or to act as expert witnesses in medico-legal cases. The degree also supports those working in bioethics governance, personal injury law, and the Court of Protection.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-30 00:00:00 , National

More details

International students requiring a Student Route Visa from inside the UK: Friday 9th January 2027

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom
Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

Pass _{(recommended)}

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students should possess a UK bachelor’s degree in any subject at 2:2 or above or equivalent qualifications. Non-law students must complete a compulsory two week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System, unless they can evidence the successful completion of an LLB (or equivalent) or a minimum of 3 legal modules worth at least 80 QCF credits, which must include - English Legal System, Contract Law and Law of Tort.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9800 GBP / year

≈ 9800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7500 GBP / year

≈ 7500 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK - £14,000 (London), £12,400 (Non London) INT - £19,050 (London), £17,700 (Non London)

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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