Overview
This course introduces the fundamental principles and concepts of environmental law and policy. For the purposes of the course, 'environmental law' is defined to mean that area of law concerned with managing the impact of human activities on the environment. The course will explore a number of cross-cutting themes that … For more content click the Read More button below.
Main Topics:
The course will introduce a range of topics, including:
Global environmental issues and the development of international environmental lawThe common law and statute as sources of environmental lawCommonwealth, State and local responsibilitiesCommonwealth environmental lawEnvironmental planningDevelopment controlEnvironmental assessment, enforcement and scrutinyPollution control and enforcementClimate changeProtection of biodiversity
Conditions for Enrolment
Prerequisite: Completion of 78 UOC in LAWS courses.
Equivalent Courses
Delivery
In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Course Outline
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Fees
Type | Amount |
---|---|
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable) | $1003 |
Domestic Students | $5670 |
International Students | $5670 |
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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