Taught by academics from our renowned Centre for Intellectual Property Policy & Management (CIPPM), the syllabus for this course has been developed with input from intellectual property practitioners from some of the UK’s leading companies and practices.<br/><br/>**Why study Intellectual Property at BU?**<br/><br/><br/>- Developed in collaboration with The Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys and The Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys for students considering a career in law firms, national, regional or international governmental organisations and the industry<br/><br/><br/>- Understand national, regional and international IP frameworks along with contemporary issues relating to IP and new technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D printing <br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from CIPPM’s membership of the Pan-European Seal Professional Traineeship Programme, allowing you to apply for a 12-month paid traineeship at the EUIPO or the EPO<br/><br/><br/>- Complete particular units to qualify with a PGCert Intellectual Property, providing full exemptions from foundation level examinations for qualification as a patent or trade mark attorney in the UK (IPReg/CIPA/CITMA) <br/><br/><br/>- Tailor your degree to suit your interests or career aspirations through a range of option units <br/><br/><br/>- Graduate ready to enter a range of potential careers including Associate Directors, In -House counsels, the judiciary, and Associate or Senior Lawyer in IP in international law firms. <br/><br/><br/>**Course accreditation**<br/><br/>The Intellectual Property Regulation Board (IPReg) are the independent regulatory body for patent and trade mark attorneys and are responsible for setting the education and training requirements for qualification as a patent attorney and a trade mark attorney.<br/><br/>**Study options**<br/>- Blended study: 5 months. Attendance at BU for three weekends, supported by e-activities between weekends and a final exam. <br/><br/><br/>- Online study: 5 months. Attendance online including recorded lectures with live Q&A sessions, e-activities and a final exam.<br/>