LAW-40072 - Module Specification
School of Law
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2023/24

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2023/24

To introduce students to fundamental principles of mental health law including ethical and practice issues specific to mental health treatment, and the legal framework around mental health disorders. To gain an understanding of relevant research and practice literature around this complex and evolving area of law.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Critically examine and develop a systematic knowledge of key statutory provisions such as under the Mental Health Act 1983 concerning detention, treatment, and release: 1
Demonstrate critical awareness of key ethical, legal and practical challenges in mental health and its intersection with other areas such as ageing, the criminal justice system, and human rights through engagement with relevant research literature.: 1
Critically evaluate the role of key stakeholders in mental health law including patients and service users, Approved Mental Health Professionals, section 12 doctors, and the nearest relative: 1
Evidence an understanding of the history and context to mental health legislation, as well as engagement with proposals for reform: 1

Study hours

18 hours seminar contact
2 hours staff-student consultation: Q&A drop in sessions to discuss the assessment
110 hours independent preparation including pre-seminar reading and activities
170 hours independent research/writing = 300 hours total

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment