Intellectual Property Law

Durham University · Durham, United Kingdom

LLMEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Intellectual Property Law programme at Durham University (Business School) is a LLM programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This programme focuses on patent law, trademark protection, copyright law, trade secrets, and IP commercialization strategies in the digital age. Students study international IP treaties (WIPO, TRIPS) and IP litigation. Graduates practice as IP attorneys, patent agents, and corporate IP managers.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £30,500/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £30,500/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeLLM
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyBusiness School

Official university

Durham University

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£30,500	—	needs the fee

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