University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law LLM (Extractive Industry Law in Africa) (Coursework)
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law

University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law

LLM (Extractive Industry Law in Africa) (Coursework)

Pretoria, South Africa

Master degree

1 up to

2 years

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The LLM (Extractive Industry Law in Africa) is a postgraduate degree focusing on the legal frameworks regulating extractive industries within Africa. This coursework program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles related to mining, oil, and gas operations, as well as the socio-economic impacts of these industries on the continent.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths including roles in government agencies, non-governmental organizations, legal firms, or consulting firms. They may also work as legal advisors, policy analysts, or compliance specialists within the extractive sector.

Programme information for LLM (Extractive Industry Law in Africa) (Coursework)

The objective of this module is to equip students with a thorough understanding of the legal and policy aspects of natural resources and the regulation of natural resources and industries to extract natural resources.

This is a selection-based programme, and only selected applicants will be admitted to the programme and respective modules.

A limited number of between 10 and 20 students are selected per year according to the general selection guidelines.

This programme is structured to allow for one year of study; therefore, the programme may be completed within two semesters (1 year), subject to the fulfilment of all the requirements for the degree and payment of the full amount prescribed for the LLM degree.