Energy and Climate Law

Today, the energy sector is changing as a result of market liberalization and climate change concerns. The EU presents a typical example of this scenario but similar developments can also be found in other parts of the world. This specialized programme will present the main principles of energy market liberalization and how climate law affects the energy sector, with the EU often used as a case example. More detailed information on the programme can be found here.  Applications should be made through the ''Admission and application'' tab on this page. The LLM Energy and Climate Law is registered under the LLM CROHO label International and European Law (66829).

Instruction modes

case study, literature study, oral presentation, research, excursion, lecture, working group, group discussion, individual assignment, self study, seminar

Accreditation: NVAO, NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Admission requirements

GPA of 2.75/4, 3.5/5, 7/10, 70/100

Other requirements

1. gemiddeld cijfer GPA of 2.75/4, 3.5/5, 7/10, 70/100
2. minimum kennis (ISPAC: overige vereisten) Basic knowledge in the field of European law plus elementary knowledge of public international law
3. taaltoets cijfer If you are not a native speaker of English, you will need to provide proof of English language proficiency: * TOEFL: 92 (all sections need to be at least 21; the writing section needs to be at least 23) * IELTS: 6.5 (all sections need to be at least 6.0; the writing section needs to be at least 6.5) * CAE or CPE *For more details about language requirements please check: http://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/admission-requirements
4. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) LLB or equivalent
5. schriftelijk verzoek Applicants must send a motivation letter (max. 650 words). The letter should be written by the applicants themselves; it is not allowed to submit an (official) translation.