Master of Environmental Law
Master of Environmental Law
Climate and environmental law are among the law’s most rapidly expanding areas of specialisation. It examines legal issues arising from the protection of natural resources, prevention of pollution and planning of urban development and infrastructure. Who is it for? Whether you’re already working in an environmental field, or hope to…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Climate and environmental law are among the law’s most rapidly expanding areas of specialisation. It examines legal issues arising from the protection of natural resources, prevention of pollution and planning of urban development and infrastructure.
Who is it for?
Whether you’re already working in an environmental field, or hope to do so in the future, this course is for you. Designed to meet the needs of environmental specialists from both Australia and overseas, applicants from a legal and a non-legal backgrounds are welcome.
Career paths
Graduates with a Masters in Environmental Law may go on to work in law, government agencies, private industry, international development agencies or non-profit organisations.
Professions may include:
legal professions such as barristers,
magistrates,
solicitors,
non-legal professionals like environmental consultants,
environmental engineers,
environmental planners,
environmental scientists,
policy analysts,
sustainability specialists,
town planners.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The Australian National University (ANU) is one of Australia’s premier universities and ranked amongst the best in the world. It was created by Federal Parliament in 1946 to drive the nation forward and advance Australia’s international standing through research and education of the highest quality. ANU is distinctive because of its national mission, international focus and impressive record in research and education for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Our leading researchers drive our educational programs and shape the ANU learning experience. Students at ANU enjoy excellent staff-student ratios and great employment prospects. They benefit from award-winning and challenging teaching, first-rate facilities and the collegial atmosphere of a residential campus.
