LLM Coronial Law at University of Greater Manchester

Programme overview

Are you a legal professional or individual with a relevant background seeking to deepen your knowledge and expertise in the intricate realm of coronial law? Look no further! The University of Bolton’s part-time LLM in Coronial Law is a pioneering online programme centred on the investigation of unnatural death through a coronial law lens.

Duration: 24 months Part-time Distance Learning | Study mode: online | Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Introduction to Coronial Law; Medical Aspects of Death Investigation; Social, Cultural and Historical Contexts of Coronial Law; Human Rights Law and Coronial Law; Current Issues and Challenges in Coronial Law; Organisational Management in the Coroner's Services; Medico-Legal Research Methods; Dissertation.

Career pathways

Successful completion of this course will enable you to demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems. You will also be confident in planning and implementing your projects. In addition, a greater understanding of coronial law will not only prepare you for a career in coroner services or related fields but will also develop your strategic planning and critical thinking skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have at least a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant subject (or a comparable qualification from a UK or overseas institution). Examples of relevant subjects include law, criminal justice and medical sciences. We would also be happy to consider your application if you do not possess the above qualification but have substantial relevant employment experience related to the investigation of death. As this is an online course, you will need access to a computer with the appropriate software and accessories, including a webcam, microphone and a sufficient broadband connection. You will also need basic IT skills. In particular, you will need to be able to access and use the University of Bolton's virtual learning environment, Moodle. Please contact the programme leader for details if you are uncertain that you will be able to meet these requirements.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,960 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

International applicants: GBP 8,750 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee for students starting in 2026/27 Source

Duration: 24 months Part-time Distance Learning

Apply through the official page: https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/join-us/how-to-apply-and-admissions

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