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ESM303Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Environmental Laws And Policies

This course explores the legal and policy frameworks governing environmental protection. It examines the concept of environmental law, its historical development in Nigeria, and its various sources, including international treaties and national legislation. The course also analyzes legal approaches to environmental problems, the socio-cultural influences on environmental law, and the challenges of hazardous waste management in Africa. Furthermore, it delves into conservation principles, waste management strategies, pollution control, oil spill management, and the intersection of human rights and environmental protection.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Environmental LawNigeriaPollutionConservationWaste Management

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

📖

Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Environmental Law Concepts

2

Historical Development of Environmental Law

3

Sources of Environmental Law

4

Environmental Problems and Legal Analysis

5

Socio-Cultural Effects on Environmental Law

6

Hazardous and Toxic Waste Management

7

Conservation Principles

8

Waste Management Strategies

9

Pollution Control

10

Oil Spill Management

11

Human Rights and the Environment

12

International and Regional Environmental Laws

Total Topics12 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Environmental Lawyer

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Environmental Consultant

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Environmental Manager

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Policy Advisor

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Sustainability Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Oil and GasManufacturingAgricultureGovernment AgenciesNon-Governmental Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 1: Environmental Law

2 study hours

•Define environmental law using different scholars' perspectives.
•Discuss the role of government in environmental protection.
•Explain the relationship between law, science, and technology in preserving the environment.

Week

2

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 2: Historical Background to Environmental Law in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Discuss the evolution of environmental law from the colonial era to the present.
•Explain the impact of the Koko toxic waste incident on environmental law in Nigeria.
•Analyze the role of the United Nations in global environmental protection.

Week

3

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 3: Sources of Environmental Law in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Identify and explain the various sources of environmental law in Nigeria.
•Discuss the role of international treaties, the Constitution, and case law in environmental protection.
•Analyze the application of common law principles like negligence and nuisance in environmental cases.

Week

4

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 4: Legal Analysis of Environmental Problems

2 study hours

•Explain the legal analysis of environmental problems.
•Discuss the relationship between development and the environment.
•Analyze the impact of population growth on environmental sustainability.

Week

5

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 5: Social and Cultural views on the Environment

2 study hours

•Discuss the socio-cultural effects on environmental law.
•Analyze the impact of town and country planning on environmental protection.
•Explain the challenges of non-compliance and enforcement of environmental laws.

Week

6

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 6: Hazardous and Toxic Wastes in Africa

2 study hours

•Define hazardous waste and discuss its sources.
•Analyze the impact of toxic waste dumping in Africa.
•Explain the legal framework for regulating hazardous waste in Nigeria.

Week

7

Module 2: Core Environmental Concepts

2h

Unit 1: Conservation

2 study hours

•Define conservation and discuss its history.
•Explain the concepts of natural resources, human needs, and agricultural development in relation to conservation.
•Analyze the importance of conservation for pollution prevention, economic value, and aesthetic value.

Week

8

Module 2: Core Environmental Concepts

2h

Unit 2: Waste and Waste Management

2 study hours

•Define waste and discuss different types of waste.
•Explain waste management techniques, including landfill, incineration, and recycling.
•Analyze the sources of laws governing waste management in Nigeria.

Week

9

Module 2: Core Environmental Concepts

2h

Unit 3: Environmental Pollution and Management

2 study hours

•Define pollution and discuss its history and nature.
•Explain different types of pollution, including water, air, land, and noise pollution.
•Analyze the causes and effects of pollution on the environment and human health.

Week

10

Module 2: Core Environmental Concepts

2h

Unit 4: Oil Pollution

2 study hours

•Discuss oil pollution in the Niger Delta as a case study.
•Analyze the impact of oil spills on the environment and local communities.
•Explain the laws and policies regulating oil spills in Nigeria.

Week

11

Module 2: Core Environmental Concepts

2h

Unit 5: Human Rights and the Environment

2 study hours

•Explain the relationship between human rights and the environment.
•Discuss the state's obligations to protect human rights in relation to the environment.
•Analyze the role of international and regional instruments in promoting environmental rights.

Week

12

Module 2: Core Environmental Concepts

2h

Unit 6: International and Regional Environmental Laws

2 study hours

•Discuss the Stockholm Declaration of 1972 and its significance.
•Explain the Basel Convention on hazardous waste.
•Analyze the Kyoto Protocol on climate change.

Week

13

Final Revision

3h

Final Revision

3 study hours

•Review all modules and units.
•Work on assignments and TMAs.
•Prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events in the historical development of environmental law in Nigeria (Unit 2).

2

Develop concept maps linking different sources of environmental law (Unit 3).

3

Practice applying legal principles to hypothetical environmental problems (Unit 4).

4

Research case studies of successful and unsuccessful environmental law enforcement (Unit 5).

5

Summarize the key provisions of major international environmental agreements (Unit 6).

6

Focus on understanding the specific regulations and penalties associated with different types of pollution (Module 2).

7

Review past TMAs and assignments to identify areas of weakness.

8

Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the final examination.

9

Practice answering essay questions under timed conditions.

10

Familiarize yourself with relevant case law and legislation.

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