About the course

In the technology-driven, global economy, many of the most significant business transactions and legal disputes involve not physical assets but intellectual property: copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. The creation, maintenance, protection, and transfer of intellectual property are increasingly important not only to businesses and the national economy, but also with regard to issues of social and economic justice. The UC Davis School of Law's Intellectual Property Law curriculum prepares students for this new world through a specialized curriculum devoted to the law of ideas, inventions, and other intangible forms of property.

　　The Intellectual Property curriculum offers instruction in everything from basics such as copyright, patents, and trademarks to emerging fields such as international intellectual property, e-commerce, and cyber law. Academic courses advance students’ understanding of world affairs through analysis of international law, politics, and business. Students learn from a diverse team of internationally renowned scholars working on the cutting edge of intellectual property and passionately committed to the highest standards of legal education.

　　UC Davis School of Law specializes in creating practical legal experiences for all students. Many students participate in judicial externships, providing firsthand experience in an actual legal setting with the writing, research, and negotiation skills essential to successful practice. Moot court competitions provide unique opportunities to develop trial and advocacy skills. Students also enhance their educations by participating in organizations or working on journals: King Hall sponsors approximately 40 student organizations and five scholarly journals.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 10 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Davis
Fall (September), 2024	Davis
Winter (January), 2025	Davis
Fall (September), 2025	Davis
Winter (January), 2026	Davis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - Davis

There is a minimum TOEFL score of 570 (or 230 for the computer-based examination TOEFL-CBT, or 88 for the iBT exam) required by the law school for foreign language applicants to the LL.M. program. A minimum of 6.5 IELTS is also acceptable. Official Academic Records (Transcripts) , Two letters of recommendation - It is preferred that these letters come from the applicant’s law professors. Personal Statement - Your personal statement should include personal, academic and professional background and your reasons for seeking an advanced degree. Resume or curriculum vitae - Please list your educational and professional background, in addition to any scholarships, awards or honors you have received. A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) from the institution where you have earned or will earn your bachelor's degree.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California - Davis. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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