Program Overview
The Medical Ethics and Palliative Care at Keele University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Medical Ethics and Palliative Care programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 13,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,640 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical Ethics and Palliative Care programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'In this block, you are introduced to the main concepts and theories used in health care ethics.\', \'Important topics normally include: truth-telling; confidentiality; decision-making for the seriously ill patient; informed consent; consent and the law; advanced directives; paternalism; challenges of non-malignant diseases; and the nature and role of hope in palliative care.\', \'This module focuses on end-of-life issues and care for the dying.\', "It includes topics on the significance of death; the sanctity and value of life; the idea of \'quality of life\'; withdrawing and withholding life-prolonging treatment; and ethical and legal issues in euthanasia.", \'The content of this module varies from year to year to reflect current issues of particular concern in the field.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,640 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,640 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Keele University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Keele University
Keele University
Keele, United Kingdom
Keele University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months