LLM in Intellectual Property & Information Technology
Explore the intersection of law and technology with a specialised Master’s in Intellectual Property and Information Technology.
Best for:Best for legal professionals, interdisciplinary scholars, and practitioners seeking to specialise in the intersection of intellectual property and information technology.
Overview
This Master of Laws (LLM) programme at University College Dublin (UCD) focuses on the dynamic relationship between intellectual property and information technology. Designed for legal professionals and interdisciplinary scholars, it examines how these fields shape future legal developments. Students engage with cutting-edge topics, blending theoretical knowledge with practical applications. The curriculum is tailored for those seeking expertise in a rapidly evolving legal landscape, preparing graduates for careers at the forefront of tech and law. Admission requires a strong legal foundation or equivalent experience, with flexibility for applicants with relevant professional backgrounds.
What you'll do
- Study the legal frameworks governing intellectual property and information technology.
- Analyse case studies and real-world scenarios in digital rights and cyberlaw.
- Develop expertise in legal technology and its applications in modern legal practice.
- Engage in research and writing on emerging topics in tech policy and regulation.
- Participate in seminars and discussions on the intersection of law and technology.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty on interdisciplinary legal challenges.
Requirements
Degree required: A Law degree or an interdisciplinary degree with law as a major component, with at least an upper second-class honours or equivalent. Applicants holding a Graduate Diploma in Law (60 ECTS Credits) may be considered with exceptional performance.
Language: English; IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.5 in reading and writing, and no part below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum of 22 in reading and 24 in writing, and no part below 20).
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in law or related disciplines.
- Ability to conduct legal research and analysis.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Experience in legal writing or related professional practice.
- Applicants must have achieved at least an upper second-class honours or equivalent.
- Applicants with significant relevant practical experience or a graduate qualification at Masters level or higher in a relevant discipline may be considered.
- No nationality restrictions; open to domestic (EEA) and international (non-EEA) applicants.
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How to apply
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Applicants must apply online through the UCD Graduate Applications Portal. Official transcripts must be submitted as proof of examination results. A personal statement detailing relevant research, practical experience, publications, and major essays/projects is required. Two academic referees must be nominated, with one being an employer if the applicant has been in employment for more than two years. Acceptance involves submitting an online acceptance and paying a non-refundable deposit of €500 within 15 working days of the offer letter.
- Official transcripts
- Personal statement
- CV or curriculum vitae
- Two academic reference letters
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
Contact
UCD Graduate Applications Office· Admissions Contact
http://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/graduateapplicants/applying/
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