MSc Law and Sustainability

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Law and Sustainability equips students with a comprehensive understanding of law and sustainable development. Through a unique partnership with Al-Maktoum College, students explore sustainability through the lens of law, policies, and legal practices. The program prepares graduates for careers in public service, NGOs, and private companies, empowering them to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Master of Science in Law and Sustainability

This program, delivered in partnership with Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education, focuses on law and regulation as they apply to sustainable development. It equips students with knowledge and skills to encounter and address challenges in this field.

Objectives:

• Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of theories and practices of law and sustainable development.
• Explore sustainability through the lens of law, policies, and legal practices in various fields, including environmental law, sustainable housing law, and corporate social responsibility.
• Equip students with advanced knowledge in key areas of environmental law and liability, housing law, and corporate governance.
• Develop skills necessary for pursuing successful careers in the field of law and sustainable development.

Program Description:

The program offers a unique learning experience with opportunities for public service, NGO/charitable, and private sector employment at national and international levels. The specialist units in law and sustainability complement the units offered at Abertay University. Students have access to both campuses and benefit from the expertise of both institutions. The program starts with a two-week foundation module designed to introduce students to key learning resources and encourage teamwork.

Outline:

Program Content:

• Law and sustainable development
• Environmental law and liability
• Housing law
• Corporate governance
• Sustainable development: discourse and policy
• Corporate environmental liability
• Environmental law and regulation
• Research methods
• Dissertation
• Optional modules include: Development policy and application, sustainable governance and democracy, sustainability and ethics: corporate social responsibility, the law of corporate insolvency, and housing law and policy.

Structure:

• Each 20-credit unit comprises 200 hours of learning, including 40 hours of teaching and 160 hours of independent study.
• Classes consist of lectures, seminars, and tutorials.
• Students have 2 hours of contact teaching per week.

Course Schedule:

• The program begins in September and lasts for one year (full-time).

Assessment:

• Each unit is assessed through a combination of coursework and examinations.
• The dissertation is assessed by a supervisor and an external examiner.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, tutorials, and independent study.
• The program is taught by a team of experienced academics with expertise in law and sustainability.
• Students have access to online learning resources and support services.

Careers:

• Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in various sectors, including public service, NGOs, and private companies.
• Potential career paths include:
• Environmental lawyer
• Sustainability consultant
• Policy analyst
• Corporate social responsibility manager
• Housing officer

Other:

• The program offers a scholarship of up to £4,000 for qualified applicants.
• Students have access to Abertay University's Careers Service.
• The program welcomes students from both law and non-law backgrounds.
• The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to a more sustainable future.

UK: £7,500 Overseas: £15,000