Optional Specializations
You may earn your graduate degree or certificate of studies without a specialization; however, you may choose to work toward one of several specialized areas:
- Mineral Law and Policy
- Water Law and Policy
- Environmental Law and Policy
- Land Use Law and Policy
- International Resources Transactions Law and Policy
- Energy Law and Policy
You may elect to specialize at any time prior to the completion of your course of studies. Each specialization requires the completion of certain core courses.
Example:
Environmental Law and Policy Specialization Required Core Courses:
- International Environmental Law
- Environmental Law
- Negotiation of Natural Resources Agreements
- Financial and Project Evaluation of Natural Resources Projects
If you choose to specialize, consult with the Director of Graduate Studies to be certain you take the required core curriculum and specific optional courses that will provide you with adequate breadth and exposure to related natural resources topics and issues. CS candidates may qualify for one specialization, and MRLS and LLM candidates may qualify for two.