law5iel international energy law
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY LAW
LAW5IEL
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
International Energy Law examines the law and policy framework and the typical contract agreements used between host governments and foreign investors to develop host government petroleum resources. Topics include: concession (royalty/tax) agreements, production-sharing agreements, risk service contracts, the model international Joint Operating Agreement, and best practices in social/environment issues (seeking to avoid the "petro-curse" and achieve sustainable development). The subject includes an overview of future demand and supply trends in energy, in light of geopolitics and global warming. Time permitting, the subject may address international boundary disputes and Joint Development zones.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGordon Walker
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
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PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Be able to describe the future demand and supply trends in energy.
- Activities:
- Lectures and problem solving activities.
02. Be able to indentify the law and policy framework and the typical contract agreements used between host governments and foreign investors.
- Activities:
- Lectures and problem solving activities.
03. Distinguish the legal relationships between the parties in government petroleum contracts.
- Activities:
- Team presentation/scenarios on International Energy Law facilitated by lecturer.
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