Overview

Become a legal IP expert

Gain sought-after intellectual property expertise with the Master of Intellectual Property Law, part of the world-renowned Melbourne Law Masters program. Join one of the largest and most respected specialist IP law programs in the world, designed for both lawyers and non-lawyers. Cover the spectrum of IP protection regimes with an extensive range of practical and rigorous subjects. And fit study around your busy schedule with our flexibly delivered subjects.

Key features

• Become an accredited patent attorney. Seek accreditation as a patent and/or trade marks attorney in Australia and New Zealand upon graduation (existing lawyers only, dependent on subject selection).
• For legal and non-legal backgrounds. Expand your expertise in intellectual property law, relevant to a wide range of industries and roles.
• Flexible delivery. Designed with busy working professionals in mind, our subjects are delivered flexibly, usually through five-day intensives. Subjects are taught online, on-campus, or as a hybrid of both.

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University rankings

#1 in Australia | #13 globally | #8 in graduate employability worldwide
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Subject rankings

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#1 in Australia | #11 globally
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Why study IP law at Melbourne?

Join a diverse cohort of Master of Intellectual Property Law students, from a wide range of professional and educational backgrounds.

1. Learn from the experts. Hear from both Melbourne Law School academics and visiting specialists, with more than 140 visiting experts teaching in the program each year, of which more than 30 are from overseas.
2. Local knowledge, global context. Understand the complex body of knowledge in Australian and New Zealand intellectual property law and its place in the global context.
3. Industry relevance. Explore the latest industry developments with teaching staff who are practicing IP industry specialists.

Student support

Access extensive resources and support while you study.

1. Melbourne Law School library. With access to one of the best law collections in Australia, you’ll have all the resources you need at your fingertips.
2. Legal Academic Skills Centre. Enjoy a range of tailored support services, including one-on-one research and legal academic skills consultations.
3. Mentoring opportunities. Match with an experienced practitioner from our mentor network, which includes professionals from leading law firms, the Bar, government, the judiciary, and the not-for-profit sector. Full-time students only.

What students say

“The Master of Intellectual Property Law is taught by leading IP professionals. The subjects are very engaging with one-on-one tutorials and the teaching staff are very encouraging and supportive of all students."

— Prue Cowin, Master of Intellectual Property Law

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