Last modified: 05 Aug 2021 13:04
This course provides a series (8 hours) of lectures to new LLM Natural Resources Law students on the fundamental concepts relating to natural resources law and policy. The aim of the course is to ensure that all students are equipped with the necessary conceptual framework and knowledge to be able to undertake study of the various and diverse courses offered within the LLM in Natural Resources Law. It will also assure that all students commence the degree on an equal knowledge footing.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 0 credits (0 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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The course will cover the following aspects of resources law and policy:
What are natural resources
Sovereignty over natural resources
Resource ownership and transfer of ownership/rights
Resource governance and transparency
Role of the state in resource development
Resource curse and theories of resource governance
Role of the state in resource regulation
Indigenous rights and human rights issues in resource development
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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There are no assessments for this course.
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