MGX5750

International environmental law and policy (6 points)

(BUS)

Leader: Mrs Yet Bryant

Offered:
Caulfield Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Caulfield Summer 2003 (On-campus)
Caulfield Summer 2004 (OCL)
Caulfield Summer 2004 (On-campus)

Synopsis: The unit examines the ways in which the international community is tackling existing and future environmental problems, including ozone layer depletion, climate change, destruction of biodiversity, heritage conservation, and disposal of hazardous waste. Topics include the evolution, basic principles, and legal framework of international environmental harm; the Earth Summits; the future.

Assessment: essay (3000 words): 50% + Examination (2 hours): 50%

Contact Hours: 3-hour class