Environmental Law And Policies
- Sciences
- 500 level
- 2 credit units
- 154 pages
- 18 units
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of environmental law and policies. It explores the historical development of environmental law in Nigeria, tracing its evolution from pre-colonial times to the present day. Key topics include sources of environmental law, scope of environmental protection, legal analysis of environmental problems, and the importance of environmental law in sustainable development. The course also examines international environmental laws and conventions, providing a comparative study of environmental laws in advanced countries.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EMT501, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EMT501 · UNIT 2: HISTORICAL BACKGROUND TO ENVIRONMENTAL LAW IN NIGERIA
Environmental awareness issues started globally in the 1970s but the Nigerian Federal Government was not spurred into action until the Koko Toxic Waste Dump of June 1988. This episode served as a catalyst that propelled the Nigerian Government to take action. Since 1988, national focus on the Nigerian environment and environmental programmes and policies has been receiving appropriate attention.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of environmental law and policies.
- Analyze the historical development of environmental law in Nigeria.
- Identify and evaluate the sources of environmental law.
- Assess the scope of environmental protection and its importance.
- Apply legal frameworks to address environmental problems.
- Compare and contrast environmental laws in different countries.
What it prepares you for
- Environmental Lawyer
- Environmental Consultant
- Policy Analyst
- Sustainability Manager
- Environmental Regulator
- Oil and Gas
- Manufacturing
- Agriculture
- Government
- Consulting
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems
Unit 1: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems
This unit requires understanding of complex legal frameworks and their application to diverse environmental issues, demanding critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Module 5: International Environmental Law
Unit 3: The Development of International Environmental law
Advanced legal concepts and terminology related to international environmental agreements require strong comprehension and retention skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 57 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Environmental Law
Unit 1: Environmental Law · 3 hours
Read the introduction to understand the importance of environmental law.. Define environmental law and its basic concepts.. Understand the role of science and technology in environmental law..
Unit 2: Historical Background to Environmental Law in Nigeria · 3 hours
Trace the evolution of environmental law from the colonial era.. Understand the role of the United Nations in environmental protection.. Analyze the impact of the Koko toxic waste saga on environmental law in Nigeria..
- Week 2Module 1: Environmental Law
Unit 3: Scope and Reasons for Environmental Protection · 3 hours
Examine the scope of environmental protection.. Understand specific environmental protection programs.. Explain the reasons for environmental protection, including amenity loss and health hazards..
Unit 4: The Importance of Environmental Law · 3 hours
Understand the urgent need for environmental law.. Analyze the relationship between law and development for the environment.. Discuss the importance of environmental law in addressing environmental problems..
- Week 3Module 2: Sources of Environmental Law
Unit 1: Sources of Environmental Law · 4 hours
Explain and analyze international treaties as sources of environmental law.. Understand the role of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as a source of environmental law.. Discuss the influence of policy choices on environmental laws..
- Week 4Module 2: Sources of Environmental Law
Unit 2: Sources of Environmental Law in Nigeria · 4 hours
Understand the concept of State laws in relation to environmental law.. Analyze the concept of case laws with respect to environmental law.. Examine the role of judicial precedents in environmental law..
- Week 5Module 2: Sources of Environmental Law
Unit 3: Common Law · 5 hours
Explain the doctrine of negligence in environmental law.. Understand the doctrine of strict liability.. Analyze the application of common law principles in environmental protection..
- Week 6Module 3: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems
Unit 1: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems · 4 hours
Explain the legal analysis of environmental problems.. Understand the relationship between development and the environment.. Analyze the effects of population on development and environmental sustainability..
- Week 7Module 3: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems
Unit 2: Social and Cultural Views on the Environment · 4 hours
Discuss the socio-cultural effects on environmental law.. Analyze the impact of town and country planning on environmental management.. Understand the role of public awareness in environmental protection..
- Week 8Module 3: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems
Unit 3: Non Compliance and Enforcement of Environmental Law · 4 hours
Understand the reasons for non-compliance with environmental laws.. Analyze the enforcement constraints of environmental laws.. Discuss strategies for improving compliance and enforcement..
- Week 9Module 3: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems
Unit 4: Hazardous and Toxic Wastes in Africa · 4 hours
Define hazardous wastes and their sources.. Understand the issues related to the export of toxic wastes to Africa.. Analyze the legal framework for managing hazardous wastes..
- Week 10Module 4: Environmental Conservation and Pollution Management
Unit 1: Conservation · 4 hours
Define conservation and its importance.. Understand the history of conservation efforts.. Analyze the laws and policies guiding conservation..
- Week 11Module 4: Environmental Conservation and Pollution Management
Unit 2: Waste and Waste Management · 4 hours
Define waste and its sources.. Understand waste management techniques.. Analyze the laws governing waste management in Nigeria..
- Week 12Module 4: Environmental Conservation and Pollution Management
Unit 3: Environmental Pollution and Management · 4 hours
Define pollution and its types.. Understand the history and nature of pollution.. Analyze the causes and effects of pollution and the national and international regulations..
- Week 13Module 4: Environmental Conservation and Pollution Management
Unit 4: Oil Pollution · 4 hours
Understand the causes and impact of oil spills in the Niger Delta.. Analyze the laws and policies regulating oil spills.. Discuss case studies of oil pollution in Nigeria..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
- Create concept maps linking the different sources of environmental law (Units in Module 2).
- Focus on the key principles from the Stockholm and Rio Declarations (Units in Module 5).
- Practice applying legal frameworks to case studies of environmental problems (Module 3).
- Compare and contrast the environmental laws of the UK, Thailand, and the USA (Unit 4 in Module 5).
- Allocate sufficient time to study international environmental laws and conventions (Module 5).
- Pay close attention to the definitions and scope of environmental protection (Module 1).
- Understand the historical background and evolution of environmental law in Nigeria (Module 1).
Questions students ask about this course
What is EMT501 about?
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of environmental law and policies. It explores the historical development of environmental law in Nigeria, tracing its evolution from pre-colonial times to the present day. Key topics include sources of environmental law, scope of environmental protection, legal analysis of environmental problems, and the importance of environmental law in sustainable development. The course also examines international environmental laws and conventions, providing a comparative study of environmental laws in advanced countries.
How many units does EMT501 have?
EMT501, Environmental Law And Policies, has 18 units across 5 modules, over 154 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EMT501?
EMT501 carries 2 credit units, at 500 level in Sciences.
Is EMT501 hard?
EMT501 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EMT501 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 18 units.
How is EMT501 assessed?
EMT501 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with EMT501?
Environmental Lawyer, Environmental Consultant, Policy Analyst, Sustainability Manager and Environmental Regulator.