Intellectual Property Law

This module provides you with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth evaluation of the UK’s intellectual property law and its interaction with international law.

We will introduce you to the key legal principles and political issues underpinning intellectual property protection. At the heart of our evaluation of the law is a strong focus on technological developments (e.g. film, television, software, the Internet, cloud storage, stem cell research).

Some of the specific themes and topics that you’ll study typically include:

Our Law School is home to research-active lecturers, you will have the chance to benefit from some of their expertise as many teach on areas closely aligned with their own research interests.