This LLM at University College Dublin (UCD) focuses on how intellectual property and information technology law apply to digital products, online services, and emerging technologies. You’ll study legal frameworks for privacy, data-driven innovation, and technology regulation, culminating in a dissertation.
The Master of Laws (LLM) in Intellectual Property and Information Technology at University College Dublin (UCD) provides a comprehensive exploration of the legal frameworks that govern digital products, online services, and emerging technologies. This one-year full-time or two-year part-time program culminates in a dissertation, allowing students to engage deeply with contemporary issues in the field.
The program is structured around a combination of taught modules and a dissertation. Students will delve into specialized subjects in intellectual property and technology regulation, with opportunities to select electives and advanced topics to enhance their learning experience.
Typical taught modules may include:
Dissertation
Learning support and academic development
Applicants are typically required to hold a bachelor's degree with an upper second-class standing or an equivalent qualification in a relevant field. Proficiency in English is also necessary, with various accepted forms of evidence for language skills.
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