WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property at Africa University 2025

This Master's Degree is offered jointly with the WIPO Academy, the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), and Africa University (Mutare, Zimbabwe), with financial assistance from the Government of Japan.
All courses incorporate the theoretical and doctrinal foundations of the legal regime as well as the practical aspects of the particular areas of law.

Subjects covered 

• Patents and Utilitiy Models
• Industrial designs
• Branding (Trademarks)
• Branding (Geographical Indications and Unfair Competition)
• Copyright and Related rights
• IP and Public Health; Food Security and Biotechnology
• Traditional Knowledge, Folklore and Genetic Resources
• IP, Small and Medium Sized Enterprises and? IP Management
• IP Asset Management, Strategic Planning, Techonology Transfer and Licensing, Artificial Intelligence
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship 
• Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights 
• Practical Training ARIPO

• Table of Content
• About World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
• WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property
• Aim and Benefits of WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property
• Requirements for WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

WIPO is the global forum for intellectual property (IP) services, policy, information and cooperation. We are a self-funding agency of the United Nations, with 193 member states. Our mission is to lead the development of a balanced and effective international IP system that enables innovation and creativity for the benefit of all. Our mandate, governing bodies and procedures are set out in the WIPO Convention, which established WIPO in 1967.... continue reading

WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property

Application Deadline	30 Apr 2025
Country to study	Zimbabwe
Type	Masters
Sponsor	World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property

A number of WIPO scholarships are available. Scholarships cover:

• Return ticket
• Registration and tuition fees
• Full board and lodging
• Medical insurance

Visa costs, if any, are at the expense of participants.
Successful applicants for WIPO scholarships are notified by the WIPO Academy. Thereafter they will be provided with relevant information, including travel arrangements.

Requirements for WIPO Academy Master's Degree in Intellectual Property Qualification

To be considered, applicants shall:

• Be nationals of an African country;
• Hold at least a Bachelor (second lower class) degree from a recognized university in any discipline; and
• Be fluent in English.
• A pass in DL 101 (WIPO free course)

Documents Required for Application

• University Degree(s) (translated in English)  *
• For non-native speakers proof of English language: TOEFL / CAE or acceptable equivalent  *
• Transcript of University studies (Translated in English)  *
• Recent Curriculum Vitae  *
• DL101 Course Certificate  *
• WIPO Scholarship Application letter

Application Deadline

April 30, 2025

How to Apply

For more details, visit WIPO webpage