Environmental laws and Infrastructure laws are two emerging fields in legal practice. There is a dearth of qualified legal professionals in both these fields. It is in this context that TERI SAS offers a one year LL.M. programme with specialisation in Environment and Natural Resources Law and Infrastructure and Business Law. This One Year LL.M programme will be offered under the auspices of the Centre for Post Graduate Legal Studies through the Department of Policy and Management Studies.
Upon culmination of the programme, the students will be able to:
• Understand and analyze the legal regime on protection of environment both domestic and international also draw its linkages with other branches of law
• Appreciate the interface between environmental regulation and their implications on the business operations
• Gain perspective on the legal framework for allocation and management of natural resources and the role of various stakeholders
• Acquire understanding on the legal response to climate change and its impact on other branches of law
• Develop and apply skills for undertaking quantitative and qualitative research to analyze data by undertaking project/dissertation
• Gain hands-experience in identifying gaps in law and policy and ability to connect the theory with its practical implication
Upon culmination of the programme, the students will be able to:
• Develop deep understanding of the legal framework governing the infrastructure sector
• Analyze the issues pertaining to taxation, competition and other business laws underpinning the regulation of infrastructure projects
• Understand the nuances of PPP projects, competitive bidding and project financing
• Gain perspectives on the legal framework and ensuing reforms in the specific infrastructure sectors like telecommunication, electricity etc.
• Develop and apply skills for undertaking quantitative and qualitative research to analyze data by undertaking project/dissertation
• Gain hands-experience in identifying gaps in law and policy and ability to connect the theory with its practical implication
Infrastructure laws and Environmental laws are two emerging fields in legal practice. An LL.M. with specialization in either of these fields would open up opportunities in:
My journey at Teri School of Advanced Studies, Vasant Kunj, Delhi, has been transformative. Immersed in a vibrant academic milieu and guided by captivating faculty, I've experienced unparalleled growth. The school's dedication to sustainability and environmental studies has armed me with the insight to navigate global challenges with confidence. Engaging in hands-on projects and gaining industry insights, I've refined my practical skills and broadened my intellectual vistas. This institution has not only enriched my learning experience but has also etched a memorable path in my educational journey.
The Center for Post Graduate Legal studies fosters an atmosphere of learning much beyond traditional instruction. Opportunities in the form of seminars, workshops and guest lectures give you a perspective that helps hone skills needed in the profession. The school encourages critical and analytical thinking which are important tools for any professional.
LLM programme of TERI School of Advanced Studies is place where students can freely meet and talk with faculty and staff. That helps to create an excellent learning environment for our young adults. The atmosphere is conducive to creative and productive learning. It encourages individuality and creativity.
I feel very fortunate to have enrolled at TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS), renowned for its sustainability programs. Throughout my year in the Master of Laws program, I have benefited from a unique blend of theoretical knowledge, practical experience, and in-depth research-based teachings. TERI SAS offers a vast pool of subjects that address the ongoing challenges of attaining sustainability in climate change, infrastructure, business, and corporate sectors. The experienced faculty members have been instrumental in helping me and my peers achieve our academic goals and objectives.
Year | Courses | Credits | Duration* |
First Year | |||
1st Semester | 7 common courses | 20 | 18 weeks |
2nd Semester | 2 common courses and 4 specialisation based core courses and 2 electives | 20 | 18 weeks |
* Does not include mid and end-semester breaks and evaluation schedules (based on major and minor tests and assignments)
Semester 1 | ||||||
Course No. | Course Title | Type | Number of Credits | No. of L-T-P | Course Coordinator | Course Offered |
MPL 101 | Seminar/clinic on contemporary issues in infrastructure and environment | Core | 1 | 3-12-0 | Dr Kavita, Dr Moumita Mandal | Yes |
MPL 103 | Dissertation | Core | 2 | 30-0-0 | Dr Kavita | Yes |
MPL 141 | Economic foundations of environmental and infrastructure law | Core | 2 | 30-0-0 | Yes | |
MPL 151 | Comparative public law/systems of governance | Core | 3 | 45-0-0 | Dr Manini Syali | Yes |
MPL 153 | Law and justice in globalizing world | Core | 3 | 45-0-0 | Dr Moumita Mandal | Yes |
MPL 155 | Environmental law and policy | Core | 3 | 30-15-0 | Dr Moumita Mandal | Yes |
MPL 157 | Infrastructure law and policy | Core | 3 | 30-15-0 | Dr Manini Syali | Yes |
MPL 173 | Research methods and legal writing | Core | 3 | 24-9-18 | Dr Kavita | Yes |
Pedagogical tools used are classroom lectures, case studies, moot courts, seminars, term papers, etc. A lot of emphasis is given to improving writing skills and team work.
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