University of Kent

LLM Law Intellectual Property Law

University of Kent

Course overview

The LLM Law (Intellectual Property Law) at the University of Kent will allow students to have the necessary in-depth knowledge needed to practise intellectual property law or work in creative industries. It also offers an excellent foundation for students who may wish to study a research degree in the field. The pathway gives students a detailed insight into the growing area of intellectual property law, allowing students to learn how the law has developed over time and how it can be applied to make changes to intellectual property.

The programme covers substantive law on all major intellectual property rights, including copyright, trademarks, designs, patents, and common law protection of intellectual property rights. It also examines these rights within the international intellectual property treaty framework and system. Students will be assessed through written reports, presentations, examinations, and coursework.

Entry requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement to outline their interest in the course and any academic or professional background. A reference from an academic or employer is required. Students can also upload a CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have a first-class or upper second (2:1) class honours degree in law or a relevant subject, or an equivalent international degree.

  • Applications based on a lower second-class honours degree will be considered on a case-by-case basis alongside relevant professional experience and other qualifications.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each section). TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

Graduates of the LLM Law (Intellectual Property Law) from the University of Kent can pursue various career paths, including:

  • IP Lawyer 

  • Corporate Lawyer 

  • Legal Advisor 

  • Lecturer

  • Trademark and Patent Attorney 

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students in the LLM Law (Intellectual Property Law) in the University of Kent is £20,700. This cost covers tuition but does not include additional expenses that may occur during your studies.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university's online application portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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