International Environmental Law (928M3)
International Environmental Law
Module 928M3
Module details for 2022/23.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module begins with an introduction to the policies and principles surrounding international environmental law including an examination of the historical development of the subject area; the sources and participants found within international environmental law; and issues surrounding compliance and enforcement. Following this, the course will examine a range of substantive issues of contemporary global importance including: climate change; the conservation of biological diversity; the law of impact assessment; liability; international economic institutions & environmental protection; international trade, development & the environment; and the relationship between human rights and the environment.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate in-depth familiarity with the fundamental policies and principles found within international environmental law
Demonstrate awareness and critical understanding of the way in which the main international environmental regimes operate
Place international environmental law in the context of the wider international legal system and critically understand the various inter-relationships (e.g. between international environmental and human rights, international economic law etc.)
Critically analyse the future challenges for international environmental law
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (5000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Wed 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
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Dr Emanuela Orlando
Convenor, Assess convenor
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