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PUL821Law3 Unitsintermediate

Advanved Oil & Gas Law I

This course explores the legal framework governing oil and gas activities in Nigeria, focusing on the origin, development, and current structure of Nigerian Oil and Gas law. It examines the impact of the Law of the Sea, state participation policies, and the licensing of exploration and production. The course also covers contractual arrangements, including joint venture agreements and marginal fields, providing a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape of the Nigerian petroleum industry.

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156h

Study Time

13

Weeks

12h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Oil and Gas LawNigerian Petroleum IndustryLaw of the SeaState ParticipationLicensing

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Origin and Development of Nigerian Oil and Gas Law

2

Law of the Sea and its Impact

3

State Participation and Policy

4

Licensing of Oil and Gas Exploration

5

Contractual Arrangements

6

Marginal Fields

Total Topics6 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

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Legal Advisor

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Petroleum Law Consultant

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

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Contract Negotiator

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Policy Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Oil and Gas ExplorationPetroleum ProductionEnergy RegulationMaritime LawNatural Resource Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Origin and Development of Nigerian Oil and Gas Law

4h

Unit 1: Development of Nigerian Oil and Gas Law

2 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Understand the historical context of oil and gas exploration.
•Analyze the pre-1960 legal framework.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Unit 2: Current Structure of Nigerian Oil and Gas Law

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Examine the current legal and regulatory framework.
•Identify key legislation and their functions.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

2

Module 2: Law of the Sea, Its Development and Impact on Nigerian Oil and Gas Law

3h

Unit 1: Historical Development of the Law of the Sea

3 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Study the historical evolution of the Law of the Sea.
•Understand its impact on maritime boundaries.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

3

Module 2: Law of the Sea, Its Development and Impact on Nigerian Oil and Gas Law

3h

Unit 2: Current Application of the Law of the Sea and Nigerian Municipal Legislation

3 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Analyze the current application of the Law of the Sea.
•Examine Nigerian municipal legislation related to maritime zones.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

4

Module 3: State Participation and Policy

4h

Unit 1: Definition of State Participation

4 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Define state participation and its objectives.
•Examine different types of state equity.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

5

Module 4: The Licensing of Oil and Gas Exploration and Production

3h

Unit 1: Legal Basis for Licensing

3 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Understand the legal basis for licensing.
•Examine elements of a robust licensing policy.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

6

Module 4: The Licensing of Oil and Gas Exploration and Production

3h

Unit 2: Process of Award of Licenses

3 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Analyze the process of awarding licenses.
•Examine bidding guidelines for OPL.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

7

Module 4: The Licensing of Oil and Gas Exploration and Production

3h

Unit 3: Types of License under the Act

3 study hours

•Read Unit 3: Discuss the types of licenses under the Petroleum Act.
•Examine the process of converting OPL to Oil Mining Lease.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

8

Module 4: The Licensing of Oil and Gas Exploration and Production

3h

Unit 4: General Provisions Governing Licenses and Leases

3 study hours

•Study Unit 4: Understand the general provisions governing licenses and leases.
•Examine the powers of the Minister.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

9

Module 5: Contractual Arrangement for Exploration and Production

3h

Unit 1: Categorisation of Joint Venture Agreements

3 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Categorize Joint Venture Agreements.
•Understand the importance of JVs in the oil and gas industry.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

10

Module 5: Contractual Arrangement for Exploration and Production

3h

Unit 2: The Joint Venture Agreements

3 study hours

•Study Unit 2: Analyze Joint Venture Agreements.
•Examine Production Sharing Contracts and Concessions.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

11

Module 5: Contractual Arrangement for Exploration and Production

4h

Unit 3: Marginal Fields

4 study hours

•Read Unit 3: Define marginal fields and their nature.
•Understand the reasons for underutilization.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercises.

Week

12

Review

4h

Review of Modules 1-3

4 study hours

•Review all modules and units.
•Focus on key concepts and legal frameworks.
•Prepare for assignments.

Week

13

Final Revision

4h

Review of Modules 4-5

4 study hours

•Review all modules and units.
•Focus on key concepts and legal frameworks.
•Prepare for final examination.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and legal provisions.

2

Practice applying legal principles to hypothetical scenarios involving oil and gas operations.

3

Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments to identify areas for improvement.

4

Develop a timeline of key events in the development of Nigerian oil and gas law.

5

Familiarize yourself with relevant case studies and examples of contractual arrangements.

6

Focus on understanding the powers and responsibilities of the Minister of Petroleum Resources.

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