Environmental Law Syllabus

Environmental Law Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
Instructor Name	[YOUR NAME]
Email	[YOUR EMAIL]
Office Hours	[OFFICE HOURS]

1. Course Description

This foundational course in Environmental Law provides a broad overview of international and national environmental laws, regulations, and case trends. It combines theory and practice by integrating contemporary case studies with the primary aim to offer first-hand insights into the critical issues in environmental legislation.

2. Instructor Information

Name: [YOUR NAME]
Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]

3. Learning Objectives

To familiarize students with environmental laws and regulations at international and national levels.
To examine the application of environmental law within various sectors.
To critically analyze and interpret landmark environmental case studies.
To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in environmental law context.
To foster an appreciation for the role of law in sustainable environmental management.

4. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Subtopic	Reading Assignment
1	Introduction to Environmental Laws	Overview of environmental laws	Introduction to Environmental Law textbook Articles on the history and importance of environmental laws
2	International Environmental Agreements	Paris Agreement	Text of the Paris Agreement Analysis of key provisions and implications
3	National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)	Purpose and Scope	NEPA legislation Case studies on NEPA implementation
4	Clean Air Act	Air Quality Standards	Clean Air Act regulations EPA guidelines for compliance
5	Endangered Species Act	Species Protection	Endangered Species Act provisions Case studies on successful conservation efforts

5. Required Reading and Materials

Sands, P., & Peel, J. (2012). Principles of International Environmental Law.
Hunter, D., & Salzman, J. (2015). International Environmental Law and Policy.
Environmental Law Regulations Handbook
Environmental Case Law Compendium
Internet Access for latest Environmental Acts and Amendments

6. Assignments and Assessments

Weekly foundation readings and response papers.
Mid-term examination
Final case study analysis and presentation
Group project on environmental regulation analysis.
Final written examination

7. Course Policy

Attendance is mandatory for all classes and group discussions.
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and will lead to immediate dismissal from the course.
Assignments are to be submitted by the set due dates.
Respectful and meaningful participation is expected in all course activities.
Notification of any disability and requirement of specific learning aids should be given at the start of the course.

8. Grading Policy

Criteria	Percentage
Participation	10%
Weekly Response Papers	20%
Mid-Term Examination	20%
Case Study Analysis Presentation	20%
Group Project	20%
Final Written Examination	10%
Total	100%

Disclaimer

The instructor maintains and holds the right to make modifications to the syllabus and the schedule of the course if they deem it necessary for any reason. In the case of any alterations happening, such changes will be immediately and efficiently communicated to all enrolled students to ensure they are aware and informed of these updates.