Intellectual Property Law (Graduate Certificate)
Develop essential intellectual property law skills. Designed for law students, the certificate program prepares future attorneys to protect innovation and creative assets in today's technology-driven legal landscape.
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Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
The intellectual property certificate program provides students at the law school with comprehensive instruction in core areas of intellectual property law, including patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret protection. Through rigorous coursework emphasizing practical application and legal analysis, students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex IP issues in a rapidly evolving legal and technological environment.
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
Required Core (9 credit hours) Electives (6 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
LAW 644 Trademark and Unfair Competition Law (3)
LAW 645 Patent Law (3)
LAW 646 Copyright Law (3)
LAW 664 Intellectual Property (3)
LAW 668 Trade Secrets and Restrictive Covenants (3)
Courses approved by the Faculty director or Executive Director of the Wolin Center can be added to the elective coursework.
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. Applicants must be existing Juris Doctor or Master of Law students who are currently enrolled in coursework and in good academic standing with the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. All applicants must submit: *Students should refer to the ASU Law website. Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
*A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
Explore expanded study opportunities
Students can complete two graduate certificate programs and combine them into a Master of Advanced Study degree, giving ultimate flexibility to build their own master's degree. Interested students can learn more about MAS requirements and the admission process.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
Graduates of the intellectual property certificate program are prepared for careers in intellectual property law, including private practice, in-house counsel roles, technology- and innovation-focused legal positions, and for regulatory or compliance roles across a wide range of industries.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
College of Law Dean's Office
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BCLS 220
asulaw.admissions@asu.edu
480-965-6181
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Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
