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University of Stirling: Environmental Law and Climate Justice
| Institution | University of Stirling View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Law |
| Web | www.stir.ac.uk |
| graduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01786 466655 |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
The need for Environmental Law and Climate Justice legal experts has never been greater. This is due to the increasing urgency surrounding the issue of climate change. As natural disasters become more frequent, and environmental degradation accelerates, the role of law, especially climate change law, has become a critical part of the solution (World Lawyers Forum).
Our LLM in Environmental Law and Climate Justice focuses on sustainable development and climate change. It’s suitable for both law and non-law graduates. You’ll develop the skills and insight needed to navigate complex environmental issues and contribute to a more just and sustainable future.
The course gives you a comprehensive analysis of environmental law. It integrates concepts of sustainability, justice, and human rights. You’ll gain knowledge of the relevant environmental and climate justice issues that are highly sought after in careers across policy, advocacy, international organisations, and beyond.
Explore environmental law and climate justice with a broader approach On our Masters degree, you won’t just focus on legal frameworks, you’ll have the chance to deepen your understanding through a range of interdisciplinary modules from across the University. You might study Environmental Economics or Environmental Impact Assessment with experts in environmental science or take modules in politics and international relations that connect global governance with international law.
Throughout the course, you'll build core and specialist research skills. There’s opportunities to apply them in real-world case studies and academic contexts.
A global perspective on environmental law Stirling’s Masters in Environmental Law and Climate Justice is uniquely designed to explore the international and comparative dimensions of environmental law with a specific focus on climate justice.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a deep understanding of environmental law as a tool for justice as well as regulation.
Engage with environmental law and climate justice experts You’ll have the opportunity take part in relevant events such as conferences, seminars or workshops. Previous conferences attended by students include:
Connecting with a Low-Carbon Future Renewables After Brexit You’ll engage with experts through guest lectures and talks. In the last couple of years, students have heard from:
Dr Annalisa Savaresi, a leading figure in environmental law. Dr Savaresi has contributed to discussions on climate change law and renewable energy governance. Dr Yixian Sun from the University of Bath. Dr Sun delivered talks based on his research and work with the UN-supported campaign, Race to Zero, including its events at COP29. Comprehensive employability and skills programme Our employability and skills programme to helps you to develop the attributes that employers look for. In the Faculty of Arts and Humanities we have a dedicated Employability and Skills Officer. The University of Stirling’s Careers Service works in partnership with academic staff to ensure you are ready for the employment market.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2nd Class Honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. If English is not the 1st language; a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (5.5 in all bands). |
| Location | Stirling Campus University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA |
Summary
The growing pressure on natural resources has prompted a search for new and renewable energy forms. Alongside other significant impacts upon the environment, energy production, distribution and use have become a priority area for governments, businesses and non-governmental organisations across the world. With a growing demand for employees with specialised global legal knowledge in energy and environmental law, we’ve designed this course specifically to meet that need.
On this Masters course, you’ll explore the intersections between energy, environment and regulation. Expert staff have come together to provide graduates with an in-depth understanding of international energy and environmental law, as well as of key areas of energy management, environmental policy and economics.
You’ll be taught by expert staff in law, politics, economics and environmental science. They’ll give you clear insight into the relevant legal, political and economic issues related to energy and environmental law at the national, regional and, particularly, the international level.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2nd Class Honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. If English is not the 1st language; a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (5.5 in all bands). |
| Location | Stirling Campus University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA |
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