Energy law is an emerging discipline in legal studies. These programs address topics relevant to energy resources, such as renewable energy and international resource trading, in an effort to inform students in the future creation of policy and law.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.