| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
The University of Law's online Master of Laws (LLM) program in International Energy Law equips students with in-depth knowledge of this specialized field, covering topics such as sustainable energy, energy governance, and international energy contracts. Led by experienced practitioners and academics, the program provides elective modules, a dissertation, and access to industry partnerships, preparing graduates for careers in the energy law industry, including roles in conservation, environmental policy, and corporate strategy. The online format allows for flexible study around other commitments and connects students with an international network.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
An online Master of Laws (LLM) in International Energy Law, offered by The University of Law, is a postgraduate degree designed for law and non-law graduates to enhance your academic legal knowledge. This course focuses specifically on developing an in-depth knowledge of International Energy Law. This internationally recognised Master’s will give you the skills to progress in the energy law industry and can open up pathways to careers such as conservation and policy adviser, environmental agency policy maker, NGO, sustainability executive, corporate strategy, energy transition specialist, trading and shipping roles, oil and gas industries roles, and more.
Outline:
Terms 1-2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time)
- General Induction: Introduces the program.
- Key Principles of the English Legal System: A two-week compulsory induction for non-law students, and optional for law students seeking a refresher. Covers the fundamentals of the law of England and Wales.
- Compulsory Modules:
- International Energy Law: Focuses on contemporary themes of international energy governance, sustainability, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy access. Explores sources of international energy law, including domestic laws, international treaties, energy contracts, international customs and practices, international institutions and organizations, along with international arbitrations and awards.
- Research Methods Training: Prepares students for their dissertation.
- Elective Modules (Choose three):
- Construction Law
- Compliance and Regulation
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability
- Environmental Law
- International Human Rights
Term 3 (full-time) or 5-6 (part-time)
- Dissertation in International Energy Law: A 15,000-word thesis allowing for in-depth investigation and reflection on a chosen specialist area.
Course Start Dates:
- September 2024
- February 2025
Assessment:
- Modules: Assessed by a three-hour unseen written examination or a 4,500-word coursework assignment. All assessments are conducted online.
- Dissertation: Assessed by submission of a thesis (15,000 words).
Teaching:
- Expert Lecturers: A combination of former and current practitioners, as well as research and teaching academics who are focused on legal practice, not just theory.
- Strategic Partnerships: The program benefits from partnerships with firms, regulators, and accreditation bodies, informing program development.
- Prepare, Engage, Consolidate Approach: Each taught module is divided into units using this approach:
- Prepare: Students complete work before attending workshops.
- Engage: Interactive element, including workshops or online activities.
- Career Pathways: The program prepares students for careers in the energy law industry, including:
- Conservation and policy adviser
- Environmental agency policy maker
- NGO
- Sustainability executive
- Corporate strategy
- Energy transition specialist
- Trading and shipping roles
- Oil and gas industries roles
Other:
- Sustainable Energy Systems: The course emphasizes the importance of sustainable energy systems in building a sustainable planet.
- Flexible Study: The online format allows students to study at their own pace and around other commitments.
- Earning Potential: Postgraduates on average earn £6,500 more than their graduate counterparts.
- Competitive Edge: The program provides in-depth knowledge and makes students subject experts, giving them a competitive edge in the job market.
- Graduate Outcomes: 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data). Contains HESA Data: Copyright Jisc 2022.
