Environmental, Social and Governance Law, and Policy (Taught)

The climate crisis, social inequalities and armed conflict affect all our lives. Develop your understanding of how the law responds to these issues.

Discover how Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) law and policies are created and applied in these complex situations. You’ll become aware of the possibilities and limits of the law to resolve national and global challenges.

As one of the top Law Schools in the UK, you'll learn from experts at the forefront of the environmental and social law sector. This course mixes the latest academic theory with real world relevance and professional opportunities.

• Study the topics that interest you with our diverse range of modules. Specialise in areas such as environmental energy law, ethnicity and criminal justice, and public international law.

• Join our diverse community of staff and students from around the world.

• One of the top 25 Law Schools in the UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026).

• Stand out from the crowd by undertaking research internships, pro bono activities and work experience opportunities through our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER).