Energy Transition Law (Online) LLM

Learn the legal skills you need to make an impact in the energy transition. Join a flexible LLM in Energy Transition Law that’s designed to fit around full-time work. Join a flexible LLM in Energy Transition Law that fits around full-time work. Learn the legal skills you need to make the energy transition a reality.

In this online LLM, you’ll study energy law, environmental law and climate law to an advanced level. You’ll graduate ready to consult on energy transition law and policy. Supported by noted legal experts in this field, you’ll examine the legal aspects of the energy transition. You’ll develop a forward-looking understanding of the industry and how the law works around it.

You’ll enhance your knowledge of:


- legal and regulatory areas of low-carbon energy production, distribution and consumption


- the varying perspectives and needs of the energy industry, policymakers, communities and consumers


- the renewable energy project authorisation process, including public engagement, environmental assessment, and wider market and policy frameworks.


100% online or combine with in-person learning
You can choose to study for this LLM 100% online, or finish your LLM with three weeks on campus at our Professional Skills Summer School in Aberdeen.

Unique, topical course choices
Tailor your learning to you, with a range of energy and environmental courses to enhance your understanding across renewable energy law, downstream energy law, and climate law.

Do law differently with Professional Skills
Our online LLMs offer a practical alternative to completing a traditional dissertation. Choose the Professional Skills route to join our on-campus summer school and learn sought-after industry skills.