Environmental Law and Sustainability I

Overview

Environmental Law and Sustainability I introduces students, at an advanced level, to the primary conceptual frameworks underlying South Africa's environmental legislation and case law (conservation, sustainable development, human rights, environmental justice, resilience in the context of global change). It facilitates a critical understanding and analysis of South Africa's national environmental management legislation focusing on resource management environmental aspects. In this course, students will primarily engage with the National Environmental Management Act 108 of 1997 (NEMA), the National Protected Areas Act 57 of 2003, and the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act 10 of 2004. The focus is on understanding the primary regulatory approaches, mechanisms, and institutions created by each piece of legislation and the key implementation challenges, from a practical perspective.

Duration

This is a block release course where participants attend evening lectures once a week from 17:30 to 19:00 during the period 10 February to 27 May 2025.

Format

Courses might be delivered through blended learning. Students are required to have basic computer skills and stable internet connection.

Pricing

VAT Incl. = R19,350.00