Last modified: 31 May 2022 13:05
The course aims to develop a broad understanding about the renewable energy legislation and of the relevant aspects of economics and safety.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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The syllabus is the following:
1. Introduction to Law and Policy Basics 2. European Law on Renewable Energy 3. Mechanisms for Promoting Renewable Energy in the UK – National Framework Climate Legislation 4. Offshore Wind Energy and Law: Future Offshore? 5. Planning, Public Opposition and Renewable Energy 6. Economics and costs of renewable energy 7. Safety considerations
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
Assessment (30%)
Open Book exam (70%)
Resit
Re-sit of only the failed assessment component(s)
There are no assessments for this course.
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Reflection | Create | •Communicate in writing to technical experts and the wider public.•Demonstrate advanced reasoning skills.•Present complex information in an intelligible fashion. |
| Reflection | Evaluate | •Evaluate different sources of renewable energy.•Evaluate scenarios to meet energy targets and policy demands. |
| Reflection | Understand | ?Supply-demand relations of energy in the areas of renewable energy sources.?The UK, European and international legislations with which current new build and future projects must comply.? |
| Reflection | Apply | ?Discuss and explain the relationship between market energy demands and the costs of renewable energy.?Debate and explain the implications and impact of legislation and international treaties. |
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