
International Intellectual Property Law
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Gain advanced insight into the legal frameworks shaping creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship on a global scale with this specialised LLM. You’ll dive deep into intellectual property law (IP), looking at both theory and practice across different industries and jurisdictions. This intellectually rigorous programme takes a transdisciplinary approach, drawing on expertise from law, technology, business, music, and entrepreneurship.
You will explore how IP law intersects with the modern challenges of digital transformation, sustainability and ethical innovation, equipping you to develop legal solutions that reflect wider social, technological and environmental concerns. You will gain core knowledge through required modules on Global Intellectual Property Law; AI Creativity, Platform Regulation; and Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property Law. You will benefit from flexible module choices, allowing you to tailor your pathway according to your academic interests and professional ambitions.
The programme culminates in a research dissertation where you will complete an independent project of your choice. Whether you are focused on platform and AI regulation, copyright and creative industries, or innovation, you will graduate with a deep understanding of how IP functions in today’s interconnected world. All students are given our specialised Legal Research Training as preparation for writing their dissertation.
The module covers advance legal research, legal writing, as well as theoretical perspectives and research methodologies. Develop real-world skills through internships and extracurricular activities, including opportunities with the European Union Intellectual Property Office, the European Patent Office and in the MusicFutures IP Clinic (due to launch in 2026) offering IP advice to local creatives and start-ups. Liverpool Law School is renowned for academic excellence and a vibrant, supportive learning environment.
You will benefit from an international comm
Key highlights
- Transdisciplinary approach drawing on law, technology, business, music and entrepreneurship
- Core modules include Global Intellectual Property Law and AI Creativity
- Explores IP alongside digital transformation, sustainability and ethical innovation
- Internship opportunities with the EUIPO and European Patent Office
- Specialised Legal Research Training prepares students for an independent dissertation
- Flexible module choices to tailor study to professional ambitions
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — Postgraduate entry requirements: We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of feesManuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Intellectual property solicitor
- Trade mark attorney
- Patent attorney
- IP policy adviser
- Copyright and licensing manager
- Technology and media lawyer
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £12,500 | International: Full-time place, per year - £28,000
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Liverpool, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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