In Values, Ethics and Mental Health, you'll explore the complex ethical landscape of mental health care. We'll ask if and how mental illness can impair personal autonomy.
Why study with us
- You'll appreciate the ethical complexity which is present in mental health care.
- You will develop your skills in reasoning and argument.
- Our short course is delivered online and is flexible, so you can fit studying around other commitments.
Course overview
This is a 20 credit module.
You will learn to skilfully navigate a complex philosophical debate about ethics and mental health. You'll develop the skills to articulate and defend your own opinion. You'll work closely with our expert course team whilst writing an essay on a topic of your choice.
Course information
Level: 7
Delivery: Online
Study mode: Part-time
Duration: One semester
Module code: EZ4009
Start date: Monday 2 February 2026
Entry requirements
As this is a Level 7 credit bearing module, we would normally expect applicants to have studied to Level 6.
However, we also welcome applicants with experience of mental health (either in a professional or service user role), who have not obtained a formal Level 6 qualification.
All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
This course is delivered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery
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