Law - Law, Environment, Sustainability & Business

The LLM in Law, Environment, Sustainability, and Business provides an in-depth study of environmental and sustainability law, with a focus on the role of business in sustainable development. Gain the skills and knowledge to help businesses balance people, planet and profit.

The programme adopts a broad perspective, examining institutions across sectors and critically analysing environmental law and governance, and corporate governance in business organisations, through the study of specialist units.

Ideal for careers in corporate ESG, environmental agencies, consultancies, government, or NGOs, this programme develops crucial analytical, communication, and research skills valued by top employers. Our programmes are well respected by leading law firms, with Bristol ranking in the top 10 in the UK for employer reputation, for law and legal studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).

Choosing a postgraduate law degree from the University of Bristol – ranked third in the UK for legal research excellence (THE analysis of REF 2021) – means engaging in a rigorous, research-rich curriculum that will make you stand out to employers. You will be challenged and inspired by our world-leading academics who are part of the Law School’s Centre for Environmental Law and Sustainability.