LLM Biotechnology Law and Ethics
School of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences
We are a forward-thinking and innovative law school with a tradition of excellence stretching back over a hundred years. Our teaching is rated as excellent. The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise places us in the top twenty research departments in our field.
About the course1 year full-time/2 years part-time This course draws on research at the forefront of the biosciences conducted in centres of excellence at the University of Sheffield in stem cell biology, biomaterials and tissue engineering, synthetic biology, computational systems biology and nanotechnology. The focus is on emerging legal and ethical issues in the discovery chain from the lab to the clinic. Entry requirementsYou'll need a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent in a variety of disciplines. We'll consider qualifications on an individual basis. English language requirements for overseas studentsIELTS 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component). Entry requirements for international students
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TeachingTeaching normally takes place through weekly seminars in each subject area. Assessment
Fees and fundingDetails of any bursaries or studentship grants for certain postgraduate programmes are advertised on our website during the winter months. Financial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: E: pgradlaw@sheffield.ac.uk |
Your careerA masters from Sheffield will give you the knowledge and skills to make you stand out in today's competitive job market. Graduates use their postgraduate training in a variety of ways, in research careers, in teaching or in policy development in various organisations worldwide. Why your masters mattersThis course will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of your chosen area of law or criminology that will prepare you to go on and make a difference in any organisation you choose to work in. Deepen your knowledge of law or criminology or train to become a solicitor.Prepare to succeedIn the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, we were ranked in the top 20, meaning our teaching is informed by the very latest research. Among our academic staff are experts known internationally for their research in many areas of legal and criminological study. Their ground-breaking research will inform your studies here. We have research groups in a diverse range of areas including: biotechnological law and ethics, criminology, commercial law, law in its international context and law in society. You'll be drawn into the work of our research groups and be able to benefit from all the knowledge and professional contacts they can offer you. When you come to Sheffield you won't look back. You'll join a body of law students with a strong sense of identity and community and we'll give you the support and encouragement you need throughout your degree. Demand for our postgraduates is high. You'll have the opportunity to meet and engage with professional organisations with whom we have links, and our excellent careers service will be available from the moment you start your course. The home of the School of LawWe're based in Bartolomé House on the main University campus. We have our own courtroom, a dedicated postgraduate computer room and quiet study areas with wi-fi where you can access the library’s online collections. Once you’re a student with us, you'll be able to access our e-resources from anywhere in the world. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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