The University of Melbourne

Master of Intellectual Property Law

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

The Master of Intellectual Property Law (MIPLaw) is one of the largest and most respected specialist IP law programs in the world. The extensive range of practically-focused and theoretically-rigorous subjects covers the spectrum of IP protection regimes and many subjects are accredited by the Trans-Tasman IP Attorneys Board (TTIPAB).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 Master of 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 100 credit points in total.

Subjects

  • Artificial Intelligence and the Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Designs Law and Practice
  • Digital Trade
  • Fundamentals of Intellectual Property
  • Fundamentals of Patent Drafting
  • Fundamentals of the Common Law
  • Information Technology Contracting Law
  • International IP Dispute Settlement
  • Internat.Issues in Intellectual Property
  • International Legal Internship
  • 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 practice, or equivalent and two years of documented relevant professional experience, OR
  • An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and two years of documented relevant professional experience, OR
  • An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and
  • Successful completion of four subjects in a cognate graduate diploma and one year of documented relevant professional experience.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Parkville International: $56,000 No
  • Full-time : 1 year
Parkville Domestic: $46,976
No
  • Full-time : 1 year
  • Part-time : 42 months

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