University of Edinburgh · United Kingdom
LLM in Intellectual Property Law
The LLM in Intellectual Property Law at the University of Edinburgh provides advanced knowledge of intellectual property law and policy within UK, European, and international contexts. This program takes an interdisciplinary approach, allowing you to explore IP from legal, social, economic, ethical, cultural, and commercial perspectives.
You will study core intellectual property laws covering copyright, trademarks, designs, patents, and common law protections, as well as the international treaty framework. The curriculum also addresses contemporary issues and tensions related to IP in areas like technology, medicine, education, and human rights, preparing you for a diverse range of careers in law, industry, policy-making, or academia.
This one-year full-time (or two-year part-time, subject to visa) program consists of 120 credits of taught courses and a 60-credit dissertation on an intellectual property topic of your choice. You'll have opportunities to tailor your studies with optional courses from Edinburgh Law School.