The course in Oil, Gas and Energy Law from Coventry UniversityÊfocuses on the interpretation, evaluation and communication of legal issues which may arise in a wide range of circumstances, including risk management, international business, the environmental impacts of the energy industry and corporate social responsibility.

In an ever-evolving society with increasing environmental awareness, the energy industry is under increased scrutiny and growing pressure to adapt, developing new solutions and cleaner fuels.

You may get opportunities to network with professionals from companies which have previously included, British Petroleum, British Gas and the National Grid, undertake an internship and participate in research-based assignments responding to live industry briefs.

Career prospects

Our degree aims to provide you with an understanding of some of the contemporary challenges facing the oil, gas and energy industry Ðclimate change, the emergence of affordable and renewable sources of energy, the need for sustainable foreign direct investment and corporate social responsibility among others.

Developing this broader knowledge of the future of the industry in terms of the changes faced by energy companies in general, including International Oil Companies (IOCs), National Oil Companies (NOCs) and companies which provide services and goods the oil and gas industry, is a first step towards a position where you will be expected to understand and deal with these legal issues on behalf of your existing or future employer.

On successful graduation, you will have had opportunities to develop transferrable skills in research, analysis, synthesis, critical judgement, evaluation, application of knowledge, problem-solving, communication and reflective learning.