The International Intellectual Property and Information Law LLM at the University of Aberdeen is designed for ambitious legal professionals and graduates seeking to navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of innovation, creativity, and digital information. You will explore critical issues surrounding control and reward in fields ranging from media and health to advanced information technologies, gaining essential expertise in an area highly valued by businesses globally. This programme provides a deep dive into the legal and societal questions that shape our interconnected world, preparing you to address the challenges and opportunities within corporate and economic frameworks.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over 12 months, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes compulsory courses in Critical Legal Thinking and Scholarship, alongside a range of optional modules. You will have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as Copyright and Patents, Privacy and Data Protection Law, or AI and Data Ethics, culminating in a compulsory Master of Laws Dissertation (LS5904) to explore a specific legal area in depth. You will graduate with advanced analytical skills and specialised knowledge, ready for careers in international law firms, corporations, or policy-making bodies focused on intellectual property and information governance.