Introduction to Energy Law
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LAWW4161 | Law | 4 | 15 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- LAWW4161
- School
- Law
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 15
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
Energy Law is a relatively new and developing area of law, concerned with the management of energy resources. The regulation of natural resources, such as coal, oil and gas has existed since the 1800s and early 1900s. Yet a distinct area of law dealing with energy in a holistic and comprehensive manner emerged quite recently. Energy plays an important role in our daily lives as well as in the global market. It concerns numerous actors including States, private investors, multinational corporations, local stakeholders and policy-makers, and engages with various disciplines such as law, politics, international relations, economics, science and engineering.
This module provides an introduction to Energy Law. Through scholarly works and practical case studies, it will address some of the most important legal issues which relate to energy such as: the exploration of natural resources in disputed areas; transparency and control of oil revenues; environmental law issues; and justice and gender in energy transitions. Although both fossils and low carbon/renewable resources will be examined, considerable attention will be paid to hydrocarbons, as they still dominate the energy sector. The module is designed to augment the LLM specialisms of International Commercial Law, International Law, International Law and Development.
Target Students
Available to PGT students within the School of Law and exchange students hosted by the School of Law.
Classes
This module is taught in seminar format.
Assessment
- 100% Coursework: 15 pages
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The overarching aim of the module is to introduce students to topical aspects of Energy Law, which lawyers address at academic or practitioners’ level. Students will examine the applicable legal framework to those issues, identify the key challenges and inefficacies therein, and reflect on workable responses and future developments.Learning Outcomes
The module will enable students to:
- Obtain a solid understanding of the legal framework regulating natural resources.
- Critically assess and evaluate the applicable rules and policies.
- Identify current legal challenges and emerging practical problems.
- Engage in the debate about the place of fossils in the global energy field and the growing role of renewable natural resources in relation to sustainability.
- Apply their knowledge post-graduation in academic and practical contexts.