The Global Environmental Law and Governance with a specialisation in Ocean Law MSc at the University of Strathclyde is designed for aspiring legal professionals and policymakers seeking to address critical environmental challenges in our increasingly interconnected world. You will explore the complex interplay between international law, sustainability, and equity, focusing on key areas such as biodiversity, climate change, and the Blue Economy. This postgraduate degree provides a robust understanding of how environmental law functions across various governance levels, preparing you to navigate and shape environmental policy and practice.
This full-time, one-year on-campus Master's programme immerses you in rigorous academic study and practical application. You will engage with core modules like Public International Law and the Environment and Environmental Treaties, with opportunities to specialise in Oceans Governance and the Law of the Sea through elective study. Your learning culminates in a significant dissertation, enhanced research proposal, professional internship, or professional project. You will graduate with advanced legal expertise, ready for careers in international organisations, government bodies, NGOs, or environmental law firms.