LLM Degree in Energy and Environmental Law

Program Overview

The LLM in Energy and Environmental Law at the University of Birmingham Dubai equips students with the expertise to address global energy and environmental challenges. Accreditated by the UAE Ministry of Education, the program emphasizes the role of law in navigating these critical issues and offers a flexible learning schedule to accommodate working professionals. Graduates are prepared for careers in leading law firms, energy and environmental regulation, and international organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The LLM in Energy and Environmental Law is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to address global energy issues and the demands of climate change legislation. The program is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education. The program emphasizes the crucial role of law in tackling the challenges of depleting natural resources and mounting environmental concerns while meeting the demands of our social and economic lives. It highlights the increasing priority of energy and environment for the UAE, particularly with the new UAE Environmental Policy. This program is ideal for individuals working in energy and environmental regulation or policy, or those seeking to specialize in this field to enhance their career prospects.

Outline:

The LLM in Energy and Environmental Law requires students to complete the following:

• Compulsory Module: Introduction to Legal Research (20 credits)
• Core Modules:
• International Oil and Gas Law (40 credits)
• Sustainable Energy and the Environment (40 credits)
• Optional Modules (choose three):
• Intellectual Property Law (20 Credits)
• Global Trade Law and Policy (20 Credits)
• International Mergers and Acquisitions (20 Credits)
• English and International Sales Law (20 Credits)
• Carriage of Goods (20 Credits)
• International Commercial Conflict of Laws (20 Credits)
• Company Law and Policy (20 Credits)
• Banking Law (20 Credits)
• International Commercial Dispute Resolution (20 Credits)
• International Construction Law (20 Credits)
• Transnational Financial Crime Law (20 Credits)

Teaching:

The program is taught by experts, often the authors of key legal texts, many of whom also have extensive experience of international practice. The program emphasizes a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, providing students with a grounding in common law and international approaches to commercial legal issues. The program is designed to be flexible, suiting the needs of a diverse student body. It is offered in both full-time and part-time modes.

• Full-time: The full-time program runs from September to September, with six modules in total, three in each semester.
• Part-time: The part-time program runs alongside the full-time program, with three modules per year over two years.
The program is delivered through a combination of evening and weekend classes, designed to accommodate working professionals and those who choose to study full-time.

Careers:

The program prepares students for a wide range of careers in the legal field, including:

• Leading international law firms
• Energy and environmental regulation and policy
• International organizations
• Government agencies
• Academia
The program also provides students with transferable skills in research, writing, and analysis, which are valuable in a variety of professions.

Other:

The program is designed to be research-driven, encouraging students to participate in seminars and contribute original ideas to discussion. Students will develop skills in research and analyzing the law, advising and presenting solutions to practical legal problems. The program is supported by the Centre for Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) in Dubai, which provides a diverse range of opportunities and activities to enhance knowledge, skills, confidence, and employability.