UK, EU & US Copyright Law

Master

Distance

£ 3,330 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The programme aims to provide you with an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of the general principles of copyright law, mainly focusing on the
law in the United Kingdom, the principles of United States copyright law and the major ‘copyright’ Directives of the European Union. The programme is delivered by distance learning with three intensiveresidential weekend seminars in London.

The UK, EU & US Copyright Law MA is only open to students who have successfully completed the UK, US & Copyright Law Postgraduate Diploma.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Distance Learning

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Gives an in-depth insight into the general principles and practice of copyright law.

Programme materials written by leading academics and professional experts in the field.

Can be studied anywhere in the world.

Weekend seminars led by programme directors.

Hard copy study material with online additional support, traditional one year cohort.

Established programme with an enviable reputation in the sector and exceptional ratings by students.

Graduates from this programme typically work as Senior Licensing Officers, Business Affairs Executives, Contracts Managers, Rights Executives, Trade Mark Specialists in

Law firms in London, Brussels and worldwide
Public sector legal departments
Corporate sector legal advisors
Publishing
Entertainment industry
Private legal practice
This programme is attended by lawyers, senior licensing officers, rights executives and trade mark specialists. It aims to provide you with an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of the general principles of copyright law, mainly focusing on the law in the United Kingdom, the principles of United States copyright law and the major 'copyright' Directives of the European Union.

Completing this rigorous programme will you give you a competitive edge in the job market. With its practical approach you can apply your expertise immediately to your work environment. You will also have opportunities to network with professionals in your area from all over the world. Programme graduates are mostly professionals who enjoy specialisation and promotion in their existing workplace or new employment destinations

Applicants must normally hold a 2:1 undergraduate degree in law or a related discipline, or be a qualified barrister or solicitor. Applications from candidates who have achieved a comparable academic level through past studies and where previous study, work or experience has made the applicant a suitable candidate for admission may also be considered.

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Subjects

  • IT Law
  • Law
  • PG Diploma
  • MA
  • Pg Dipoma
  • Copyright law
  • Law of Contract
  • German Copyright Law
  • International Copyright Law
  • US copyright law
  • Uk copyright law

Course programme

Structure

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take:
  • • PG Diploma - modules totalling 120 credits
  • • MA – modules totalling 180 credits (120 credits from the Pg Dipoma and 60 credits for the dissertation)Required Modules

PG Dip

  • UK Copyright Law I (40 Credits)
  • UK Copyright Law II & US Copyright Law (40 Credits)
  • French & German Copyright Law and EU and International Copyright Law (40 Credits)

MA

  • Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for this programme.

Assessment

Students will be required to submit three 2000 word assignments in April the first year. Together these assignments constitute 45% of the final overall mark for the Postgraduate Diploma.

The three-hour written examination will take place during May 2019 either at King's College London or a different venue in London. Arrangements can be made to sit the exam at a venue in your country. This arrangement carries a fee by King's College London and the invigilating institution. Successful candidates will obtain the Postgraduate Diploma in UK, EU and US Copyright Law. Results are graded into Pass (50-59%), Merit (60-69%) and Distinction (70%+).

The follow-up MA is open to students who completed the Diploma. It involves the research for and writing of a 12000 -15000 dissertation under supervision. You are expected to spend at least 110 hours engaged in self-directed study. You are assessed exclusively by your dissertation which needs to be passed with 50%.

Additional information

Full time overseas fees: MA: £3,330 per year (2019/20); PG Dip: £6,180 per year (2019/20)

UK, EU & US Copyright Law

£ 3,330 VAT inc.