The LLM Law and Energy Law programme at Robert Gordon University offers a specialised postgraduate pathway for those seeking to understand the complex legal frameworks governing the energy sector. As global attention intensifies on sustainable development, climate change, and alternative energy sources, this LLM equips you with critical insights into UK, EU, and international energy law and policy. You will explore key issues at the intersection of energy, the environment, and sustainable development, preparing you for a dynamic and increasingly vital field of legal practice. This course is ideal for law graduates and legal professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in this specialized area.
This full-time, on-campus LLM is studied over 12 months, involving eight taught modules and a substantial dissertation focused on an Energy Law topic. You will select five subject-specific modules, with the option to study the Legal Framework module if you do not hold an LLB or equivalent. Throughout your studies, you will engage with contemporary legal challenges, developing your analytical and research skills. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of energy law, prepared for career opportunities in energy companies, regulatory bodies, environmental law firms, and international organisations.