Environment, Law and Economics

  • UCAS Code: KL41
  • Campus Code: 4
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Places per year: 1-2

Environment, Law, and Economics (previously called Land Economy) explores governance of the built and natural environments through the lenses of law, economics and policy. Throughout the course you’ll study a broad range of topics including regional economics, environmental protection, international development, real estate, urban planning and property law.

For an overview of the course content, visit the Environment, Law and Economics course page on the University website. For information about applying for the course at Trinity Hall, continue reading this page!

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Studying Environment, Law and Economics at Cambridge

Professor Fuerst unpacks what the Environment, Law and Economics course offers and what sets it apart from other university programs.

Professor Fuerst is Professor of Real Estate Finance and Urban Economics. His research interests include ‘green’ real estate economics, financial analysis of sustainable investments, portfolio and risk management, real estate market forecasting and spatial economics.

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Entry Requirements

Minimum Offer Level

A-Level: A*AA

IB Diploma: 42 points, with 776 at Higher Level

Other: See the University’s Entry Requirements page

Subject Requirements

Whilst we don’t ask for any specific subjects to apply to Environment, Law and Economics, we would recommend certain subjects for a strong application:

  • Economics
  • Mathematics
  • An essay-based subject

Admissions Process

Written Work

Applicants for Environment, Law and Economics are required to submit one school essay on any subject. You do not have to send this work before applying; we will write to you after you have applied and let you know exactly what you need to send and when.

Admissions Assessment

We do not require a written assessment for this subject.

Interviews

Two interviews of around 25 minutes each.

Last updated: March 2026 for 2027 entry