Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Online
Module Offerings
7531LAWINF-SEP-PAR
Aims
Students are required to develop a basic understanding of all portions of the module, but only to develop in depth an understanding of one out of the three main study areas, i.e.: Antarctica and CITES; Atmospheric and Air Pollution; Nuclear Pollution and Hazardous Waste.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Identify and prioritise source materials needed for a proper understanding of the subject
2.
Demonstrate a critical awareness of the factors which shape International Environmental Law
3.
Incorporate an analytical and critical appreciation of practices within the International Environmental Law field
4.
Develop critical responses to International Environmental Law, and the ability to apply them critically in a variety of contexts
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:The nature of international law
The sources of international law
The distinction between “hard” and “soft” law
Air pollution
Atmospheric pollution
Nuclear pollution and hazardous waste
CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species)
Antarctica
Additional Information:There are no professional body requirements at this stage, however developments will be monitored and where appropriate, incorporated into module content.