Law Degrees in Intellectual Property Law

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Intellectual Property Law

Intellectual Property Law deals with rights to discoveries, inventions, designs, literary, musical and artistic works, words, phrases and symbols. An LLM in Intellectual Property law provides a master’s-level academic specialization to supplement an existing law education. Some professionals with undergraduate backgrounds other than Bachelor of Law or Juris Doctor degrees also choose to take an LLM in Intellectual Property Law program. 

What are the benefits of an LLM in Intellectual Property Law?

While an LLM in Intellectual Property Law alone does not qualify the bearer to practice law, when combined with a qualifying law degree, it is a valuable addition. LLM in Intellectual Property Law degree-holders are expertly trained to advise and litigate on matters of public domain, moral rights, trade secrets, patents, copyrights and other integral topics.

What are the LLM in Intellectual Property Law requirements?

Law faculties at universities the world over vary somewhat in their pre-requisites for entry into an LLM in Intellectual Property Law program. Some programs accept only applicants with a law school background while others will accept prospective students with other undergraduate degrees. An LLM in Intellectual Property Law typically takes about one year to complete when studied full-time. 

How much does it cost to take an LLM in Intellectual Property Law?

Tuition costs and funding opportunities for LLM in Intellectual Property Law degree programs differ from school to school. University admissions departments are happy to answer questions regarding the costs of an LLM in Intellectual Property Law. Contact them easily through the form on this website.

Which career with an LLM in Intellectual Property Law?

Graduates from LLM in Intellectual Property Law degree programs go on to work for:

-         international law firms,

-         Intellectual Property Offices,

-         the World Trade Organization,

-         patent and trademark attorneys,

-         United Nations specialist bodies,

-         non-government organizations and more. 

Why take an online LLM in Intellectual Property Law?

LLM in Intellectual Property Law programs are also available online, offered by some of the top universities listed below. Taking an LLM online will save the student the hassle of commuting to campus, and may provide more scheduling flexibility around coursework.

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LL.M. in Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law

Trinity College Dublin
Campus Full time 1 year Open Enrollment Ireland Dublin

Intellectual Property and Information Technology have become a significant and growing area of law at both a European and an International level. With this in mind, the Law School recently introduced a new LL.M. in Intellectual Property and Information Technology law. [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. Programme Overview Intellectual Property and Information Technology have become a significant and growing area of law at both a European and an International level. With this in mind, the Law School recently introduced a new LL.M. in Intellectual Property and Information Technology law. Students on this programme will be able to choose electives from a large range of modules related to Intellectual Property law and Technology law. These modules cover both the substantive and practical elements of Intellectual Property and Information Technology law within a European and International context. Students will also complete a dissertation on a topic approved by the course director and related to Intellectual Property and/or Information Technology law. This masters programme, popular with both EU and non-EU students, provides graduates with a knowledge base and a range of core tools to use in their future research or in their practice as intellectual property and information technology lawyers. Programme Structure The LL.M. (Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law) degree is taught over a period of one academic year, commencing in September. The year is divided into two semesters during each of which students are required to take three modules. Each module is offered in one semester only and involves 22 hours of classwork. Various forms of assessment are utilised in the different modules. Where modules are assessed by way of examination, s the examinations are scheduled at the end of each semester, in January and April/May. Students may be... [-]

LLM in Intellectual Property Law Program

Boston University School of Law
Campus Full time September 2017 USA Boston

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BU Law is proud to offer a select group of lawyers the opportunity to pursue an advanced degree in one of the most dynamic fields of legal practice today: intellectual property law. This initiative builds upon the academic excellence that has earned our school its leading reputation in the field. BU Law has been ranked one of the top intellectual property law schools, ranking 10th among American law schools for intellectual property law studies, according to U.S. News and World Report (2016 edition). The excitement of studying IP law at our school is palpable. Our world renowned intellectual property faculty; the breadth of curricular choices in such emerging topics as the Internet and biotechnology; and a graduate student body representing over 30 nations—with backgrounds in high-technology, engineering, biotechnology, publishing, the arts and entertainment—create a truly invigorating learning environment for advanced study.   As an Intellectual Property Law LLM student, you will pursue a range of IP and IP-related classes offered through the School's JD curriculum. That means you will have access to the "Best Professors" in the nation, according to the Princeton Review. Included among our intellectual property instructors are a number of prominent practitioners engaged in cutting-edge work at Boston's top intellectual property boutiques and biotechnology companies. You will also benefit from being a part of a world-class university: Students seeking interdisciplinary-learning can supplement their law studies by cross-registering in IP-related classes at the University's other graduate schools.   If you are not familiar with Boston, you will soon discover that... [-]

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University of Derby
Campus Full time Part time 1 - 3 years September 2017 United Kingdom Derby + 1 more

The Derby LLM offers maximum flexibility. Available to lawyers and non-lawyers alike, it provides unrivalled choice and opportunity - enabling you to choose from specialist pathways and modules to build a degree that matches your career aspirations, research pursuits and personal interests. [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. Why choose this LLM? The Derby LLM offers maximum flexibility. Available to lawyers and non-lawyers alike, it provides unrivalled choice and opportunity - enabling you to choose from specialist pathways and modules to build a degree that matches your career aspirations, research pursuits and personal interests. Improve your career prospects in one of the UK's top law schools for student satisfaction and success at postgraduate level Select the focus of your study and align it to the LLM programme pathway of your choice, studying at a time and pace to suit you and your circumstances Choose new and innovative modules ranging from Transnational Organised Crime to International Commercial Arbitration and the Investigation of Human Rights Violations Benefit from our modern approach to teaching law in a global context: you can tailor your coursework and assignments to different jurisdictions, so gaining a truly international flavour of law Combine your academic and theoretical knowledge with hands-on skills honed in our superb courtroom facilities Learn from our team of expert practitioners whose teaching is delivered with passion and professionalism Spend time developing your skills in a legal practice or other professional organisation: ours is one of the few LLM programmes to offer this opportunity. About this course We have worked with the legal professions, judiciary, prosecution service and police to design the Derby LLM to be fit for the 21st century. A degree that’s right for you Our LLM provides unique opportunities to investigate areas... [-]

Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management

Maastricht University, Faculty of Law
Campus Full time Part time 1 - 2 years September 2017 Netherlands Maastricht + 1 more

Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management is an advanced master's for lawyers, non-lawyers, and those with a degree in science of technology [+]

Advanced MSc/LLM in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management

 

Taught in English

 

Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management is an advanced master's for lawyers, non-lawyers, and those with a degree in science of technology.

With the advent of globalisation and new media, there has been a flood of new information and technological innovation. The natural consequence has been an unprecedented number of legal questions about intellectual property, patent rights and industrial technology in an increasingly internationalised world.

To meet this demand, the Faculty of Law launched the complementary master’s programmes in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management in September 2009.... [-]

LLM Intellectual Property Law

University of Kent, Kent Law School
Campus Full time Part time 1 - 2 years September 2017 United Kingdom Canterbury + 1 more

This specialisation in Intellectual Property Law equips postgraduate students with the necessary in-depth knowledge to practise intellectual property law or work in creative industries. It also provides an excellent foundation for students who may wish to pursue a research degree in the field. [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. This specialisation in Intellectual Property Law equips postgraduate students with the necessary in-depth knowledge to practise intellectual property law or work in creative industries. It also provides an excellent foundation for students who may wish to pursue a research degree in the field. The specialisation provides students with a detailed insight into the dynamic and growing area of intellectual property law by taking a distinctively contextual approach: delineating its histories, materialisations and practices, as well as analysing their conceptual foundations and dilemmas. The students will be introduced to critical, practical and socio-historical approaches to the framing and studying of intellectual property related problems. Such a contextual and critically informed approach to the study of intellectual property is unique in the UK and international postgraduate degree programmes. The modules are taught by distinguished academic specialists who cover a large and diverse range of subjects within the field. [-]

Postgraduate Certificate Intellectual Property Law

Brunel University: College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences
Campus Part time 1 year September 2017 United Kingdom Uxbridge

The Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property is designed for trainee patent attorneys and others working within, or embarking on, a career in intellectual property law and practice. This part-time programme provides a comprehensive overview of theoretical, practical and management aspects of intellectual property. [+]

About the course The Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property is designed for trainee patent attorneys and others working within, or embarking on, a career in intellectual property law and practice. This part-time programme provides a comprehensive overview of theoretical, practical and management aspects of intellectual property. The course is suitable for both law graduates and those with backgrounds in the sciences, technology, engineering and business. Non-graduates who currently work with intellectual property are also considered. No prior legal knowledge is required, as you will be introduced to essential legal principles as the course progresses. The course is accredited by the statutory regulator Intellectual Property Regulation Board (IPReg) and the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys. Upon successful completion of the Intellectual Property Postgraduate Certificate, students who wish to qualify as Patent Attorney in the UK receive exemptions from the foundation level papers set by the qualifying examinations agencies (see more details in Special Features ). The programme starts at the end of September and goes through to March and it is delivered on Wednesdays from 1pm to 5pm. This is a unique programme designed by the Law School to support Law Firms and the IP industry. The part-time nature of the course makes it possible to gain valuable knowledge of intellectual property law whilst in full-time employment. UK employers sponsor over 80% of students taking the course. Aims The programme will provide students with essential knowledge about the theoretical rationales and policy arguments for the recognition of intellectual property rights. It... [-]

LLM in Intellectual Property

Western Michigan University, Cooley Law School
Campus or Online Full time Part time January 2018 USA Lansing

WMU-Cooley’s Graduate Program in Intellectual Property Law is designed both for attorneys with scientific or engineering backgrounds seeking to gain the skills necessary to succeed on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Registration Examination and for attorneys with nontechnical backgrounds seeking to become proficient in copyright, trademark, licensing, and e-commerce issues. [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. Master of Laws: Intellectual Property Intellectual Property Overview WMU-Cooley’s Graduate Program in Intellectual Property Law is designed both for attorneys with scientific or engineering backgrounds seeking to gain the skills necessary to succeed on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Registration Examination and for attorneys with nontechnical backgrounds seeking to become proficient in copyright, trademark, licensing, and e-commerce issues. Courses are designed to address the legal issues that arise when advising corporations and individuals in the fields of patents, copyright, trademarks, and trade secrets. Students learn the fundamental principles of intellectual property law, including the requirements for establishing IP rights. The curriculum also emphasizes legal issues relating to the commercial exploitation of intellectual property, including IP licensing, e commerce, and IP management. Students may earn credit for developing skills in a practice setting through externship placements. [-]

LLM in Intellectual Property Law

University of Johannesburg
Campus Full time 2 weeks February 2018 South Africa Johannesburg

This LLM aims to provide the student with the necessary tools to navigate the IP landscape, and create awareness of pitfalls or opportunities that may present themselves. [+]

IF YOU WANT TO BE A STRATEGIC THINKER ON IP, COMPLETE THE LLM AT UJ! “The future of the nation depends in no small part on the efficiency of industry, and the efficiency of industry depends in no small part on the protection of intellectual property.” Judge Richard Posner in Rockwell Graphic Systems, Inc. v. DEV Industries, 925 F.2d 174 (7th Cir. 1991) The field of intellectual property (IP) reaches wide, and is probably the most dynamic field of law, as it constantly changes. What does it relate to? The nature of IP is best understood through a comparison with other, tangible, forms of property. One example is immovable property, such as a piece of land. Other examples are things, such as a vehicle, a watch, or a soccer ball. In these instances one has rights to the object itself. In other words, your rights would be infringed if the object is destroyed. The position with IP is different. An example might be a patent for a pair of night vision binoculars. The intellectual property rights of the patentee would not be infringed if the binoculars are destroyed. The reason for this is that it is the invention that is protected and not the binoculars. IP is, accordingly, that body of law that regulates the creation and utilisation of immaterial property, and the enforcement of resultant rights. The objects of the various IP rights typically include patents, copyright, registered designs, and trade marks. To properly understand all these issues, it... [-]

LLM in Intellectual Property Law

Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Campus Full time 1 year August 2017 USA Cleveland

Focus on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. The Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property Law is designed to provide graduates of foreign law schools with a deep understanding of the doctrine and policy of United States intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Intellectual property has become a focus in the global marketplace and information economy, presenting some of the most important and complex issues facing legal systems, as well as the business, entertainment and technology communities. The one-year program requires full-time attendance and 24 hours of course credits. Required Courses - U.S. Contract Law for LL.M. (3) - Patent Law (3) or Intellectual Property Survey (2) - Copyright Law (3) or International Intellectual Property Law (3) - Trademark Law (3) or International Intellectual Property Law (3) - U.S. Legal Writing (2) - U.S. Scholarly Legal Writing (1) - Foreign Graduate Seminar (1, fall) + (1, spring) During the Foreign Graduate Seminar, students working toward the specialized LL.M. degree in Intellectual Property Law must receive a grade of H on the research paper, required in the second semester, on an intellectual property law topic. The grade of H is equivalent to a B+ or better. Students who receive a grade of S on the research paper receive an LL.M. in U.S. and Global Legal Studies and a certificate in Intellectual Property Law. Elective Courses: In addition to the required classes above, students pursuing the LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law must complete 8 or 9 credit... [-]

Master of Laws (LLM) - Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Specialization

Loyola Law School
Campus Full time 1 year August 2017 USA Los Angeles

The Cybersecurity & Data Privacy LLM Specialization at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles offers students a slate of classes and experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for the evolving legal demands presented by emerging technology. [+]

The Cybersecurity & Data Privacy LLM Specialization at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles offers students a slate of classes and experiential learning opportunities to prepare them for the evolving legal demands presented by emerging technology. The first of its kind on the West Coast, this specialization draws on Loyola’s traditional strengths in areas like technology, criminal justice, data privacy, and IP law. The Cybersecurity & Data Privacy LLM Specialization features professors and practitioners with unique expertise in the spheres of Silicon Beach, cybercrime law enforcement and engineering and it capitalizes on the expertise of national security and related sectors based in Los Angeles. The specialization integrates the range of already existing cybersecurity classes, including Cyber & IP Crimes, IP in the Digital Age, and Technology & Privacy, and it includes brand new courses such as Incident Response & Investigation, and Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance. The curriculum is based on recommendations from Loyola’s Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Advisory Group, which includes Wesley Hsu, Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney, Cyber and IP Crimes Section, Los Angeles; Robert Kang, Senior Regulatory and Cybersecurity Counsel, Southern California Edison Company; Jason Smolanoff, former Supervisory Special Agent, FBI Cyber National Security squad; and Nazmul Ula, Associate Dean for Graduate Studies & External affairs, Seaver College, LMU. Required Courses (11 units) Cyber & IP Crimes (2) Internet Law (2) Technology & Privacy (3) (online) Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance (2) Incident Response & Investigation (2) [-]

LLM Intellectual Property Law

Nottingham Trent University - Nottingham Law School
Campus Full time Part time 1 - 2 years August 2017 United Kingdom Nottingham + 1 more

Intellectual property is an exciting and increasingly important area of law, particularly internationally and EU-wide. The course offers students the opportunity to explore intellectual property law in both the UK and EU contexts, together with the links to competition law and sport... [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. LLM Intellectual Property Law Intellectual property is an exciting and increasingly important area of law, particularly internationally and EU-wide. The course offers students the opportunity to explore intellectual property law in both the UK and EU contexts, together with the links to competition law and sport. About LLM Intellectual Property You will explore the internationally important area of Intellectual Property Law and learn how intellectual property rights impinge on many commercial areas. Why choose this course? Explore Intellectual Property Law in UK and EU contexts. Learn how intellectual property rights impinge on many commercial areas and study the links to competition law and sport. Learn from expert teaching staff such as Janice Denoncourt, an experienced practitioner and author of core textbooks who has been sponsored by the European Patent Office. Complement your study of Intellectual Property Law with two modules from other LLM subject areas. Choose to study full-time or part-time. Attend an International Summer School and explore Law in a European context. Scholarships are available. Individual modules can be studied for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes. Modules You will study six taught modules followed by a dissertation. Core modules: Competition and IP Law in the EU Intellectual Property IP Public Health Medical Innovation Data Protection and Privacy Plus two modules of your choice from other LLM subject areas, excluding Oil, Gas and Mining Law. You will start your dissertation after completing these modules. Assessment In each case modules are assessed through... [-]

Intellectual Property Law Course

BAU International Academy of Rome
Campus Full time 10 days October 2017 Italy Rome

This course can be either offered in 6 weeks throughout 3 months, 10hrs per week and 15hrs in the final week to be conducted at BAU International Berlin, BAU International University Washington DC or at BAU Bahcesehir University Istanbul for a total amount of 6 ECTS credits; or concentrated in 30hrs over 10 days for a full immersion in Intellectual Property Rights for a total amount of 4 ECTS credits, that can be combined with either Competition Law or Legal English. [+]

This course can be either offered in 6 weeks throughout 3 months, 10hrs per week and 15hrs in the final week to be conducted at BAU International Berlin, BAU International University Washington DC or at BAU Bahcesehir University Istanbul for a total amount of 6 ECTS credits; or concentrated in 30hrs over 10 days for a full immersion in Intellectual Property Rights for a total amount of 4 ECTS credits, that can be combined with either Competition Law or Legal English. Intended learning outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the difference between patents, trademarks and copyrights and the fundamentals to protect, buy and sell ideas and intellectual property Identify the additional issues that new technologies have raised in the field of intellectual property law, with practical applications to specific sectors (such as Music, Entertainment, Cinema) Understand the principles of patent, trademarks and copyrights registration and exploitation in a global market of open innovation, taking into account ethical limits, barriers and regulations imposed by specific markets, through case studies focused on the new emerging economies Be able to assess what can and cannot be protected, and what rights the owner does and does not obtain Be able to critically analyze the business models generated by the new economy of the intangibles Learning and teaching strategies What you will do: Examination of individual court cases studies from famous trade marks infringements Formal lectures Visiting speakers/videos and workshops Seminars and teamworks Game and mock up sessions... [-]

Master of Laws (LL.M) in Intellectual Property -WIPO

Turin School of Development (International Training Centre of the ILO)
Online & Campus Combined Full time 9 months June 2017 Italy Turin

The LL.M. in Intellectual Property is designed for participants to acquire the skills needed to play a leading role in intellectual property rights (IPR) practice. [+]

Master of Laws (LL.M) in Intellectual Property

 

The LL.M. in Intellectual Property is designed for participants to acquire the skills needed to play a leading role in intellectual property rights (IPR) practice and teaching through exposure to an international and comparative approach. The curriculum aims to provide an in-depth examination of the classical topics of IP law, as well as specialized analysis of the latest developments in the fields of patents, industrial design, integrated circuits, trademarks, domain names, copyright and related rights, biotechnological patents and plant varieties as well as the internet, software, databases and e-commerce.

 

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Master - A Lawyer In Private Law

Far Eastern Federal University
Campus Full time 2 years September 2017 Russia Vladivostok

The program is designed to train specialists in the practical application of the norms of civil law, business law, intellectual property rights and other areas of private law, protection of property, personal non-property rights and the rights of intellectual property. [+]

Program Overview The program is designed to train specialists in the practical application of the norms of civil law, business law, intellectual property rights and other areas of private law, protection of property, personal non-property rights and the rights of intellectual property. acquired competence legislative, enforcement, expert and consulting activities; practical skills in the sphere of legal regulation of corporate and entrepreneurial activity; legal support of the activities of corporations and other entities of private law activity conducting scientific studies of civil law, including comparative legal nature. Competitive advantages highly qualified teaching staff, which includes practical professional sphere; the combination of theory and practice in the learning process; special courses that reflect the real needs of the labor market within the framework of the subject. The area of ​​professional activity and employment state or municipal service; Russian and foreign legal entities; enterprises and organizations engaged in business activities in the field of private law. Approximate curriculum Philosophy of Law (philosophy of law) Methodology of legal science (methodology of scientific research in the field of jurisprudence) Foreign language in professional life The interaction of national and international law Professional ethics and business communication in the legal profession Comparative Law (Comparative Law) Legal policy of modern Russia Corporate legal / Actual problems of intellectual property protection Banking supervision / Features of the exercise and protection of intellectual property rights Actual problems of civil law / Patent Law Legal regulation of equity securities / Intellectual property rights on the Internet Research seminar "Modern... [-]

LLM in Comparative Law

University of San Diego School of Law
Campus Full time August 2017 USA San Diego

The LLM in  Comparative  Law  program is specifically designed for attorneys and law school graduates educated outside of the United States.  Candidates for the LLM in  Comparative  Law are enrolled in two required courses,  Introduction to U.S. Law  and  Legal Writing and Research.  [+]

Master of Laws Programs in Intellectual Property Law. LLM in Comparative Law PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The LLM in  Comparative  Law program is specifically designed for attorneys and law school graduates educated outside of the United States.  Candidates for the LLM in  Comparative  Law are enrolled in two required courses,  Introduction to U.S. Law  and  Legal Writing and Research.  Except for these two required courses, candidates in the  Comparative  Law program choose their courses from the same curriculum as JD students and other LLM students.   Students whose native language is not English are also eligible to receive extra time on examinations and the use of a translating dictionary, provided they submit a TOEFL/IELTS score at the time of admission.    While students take most of the same courses as JD and other LLM candidates, they have the advantage of access to the two required courses and exam accommodations.  In addition, the School of Law is pleased to offer specialised  Concentration areas within the LLM in  Comparative  Law:
  Business and Corporate Law Criminal Law International Law Intellectual Property Law Environmental & Energy Law Taxation  Pursuing one of the Concentrations listed above is optional; students are not required to pursue a Concentration.   APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS & DEADLINES   To assist with the application process, please review our application checklist. You  can access the online application from our website.  We prefer that applicants use the online service provided by LSAC.       International applicants are required to submit an official TOEFL or IELTS score. Candidates should have the Educational Testing... [-]