Master of Philosophy in Intellectual Property is a Masters program taught at University of Lusaka, Zambia. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (12 Months) options.
The Master of Laws in Intellectual Property Law provides advanced study of intellectual property law and policy. Students study copyright, patents, trade marks, designs, trade secrets, and related rights within domestic and international contexts. The course covers how intellectual property influences innovation, creative industries, technology, branding, and the digital economy, with focus on balancing private rights, competition, and public interest. The programme is suitable for those aiming to practise in intellectual property law, work in technology or creative sectors, or engage in policy and research on innovation and knowledge governance. The course is structured over two semesters, with a master's dissertation completed in the second semester following university guidelines. It is designed to be completed within 12 months. The delivery mode is distance learning, including a three-week residential period at the start of each semester, combined with self-study and virtual classes held in the evenings. Final examinations are written in person at the end of each semester.
The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Philosophy in Intellectual Property at University of Lusaka for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
A candidate must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the University of Lusaka or any recognized university.
Please check detail of study units at https://web.unilus.ac.zm/programs/master-of-philosophy-in-intellectual-property
2 fully funded scholarships are listed for Zambia. See Zambia scholarships.