Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
The Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law (GDipIPLaw) is part of the Melbourne Law Masters program, which offers one of the largest and most respected IP law specializations in the world. Its ideal if youre seeking accreditation as a patent and/or trade marks attorney in Australia and New Zealand, or seeking to develop and expand your expertise in intellectual property law generally. The Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law is available for both law and non-law graduates and its flexible structure makes it ideal for working professionals looking to immerse themselves in the study of intellectual property law.
Structure
Students must complete 50 credit points from the prescribed list of subjects.
Subjects
- Artificial Intelligence and the Law
- Copyright Law
- Designs Law and Practice
- Digital Trade
- Fundamentals of Intellectual Property
- Fundamentals of Patent Drafting
- Information Technology Contracting Law
- International IP Dispute Settlement
- Internat.Issues in Intellectual Property
- Interpretation and Validity of Patents
- Law and Emerging Health Technologies
- Licensing Law and Technology Transfer
- Patent Law
- Patent Practice
- Trade Mark Practice
- Trade Marks and Unfair Competition
Standard entry requirements
- A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice with a University of Melbourne equivalent score of at least 70, OR
- A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to legal practice and at least one year of documented, relevant professional experience, OR
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and at least one year of documented, relevant professional work experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $28,000 | No |
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| Parkville | Domestic: $23,488 | No |
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