James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

LA4045 - Intellectual Property Law

Subject Description

This subject provides an overview of the law relating to intellectual property rights in Australia. Principal areas of study include copyright, creative commons, patents, trademarks, designs, plant breeders' rights and traditional knowledge. The subject also provides an introduction to the international conventions that create a global legal framework for the protection of intellectual property rights.

Learning Outcomes

• Evaluate and critique the international framework governing the protection of intellectual property rights
• Examine and apply relevant principles of intellectual property law in practical scenarios
• Interpret and assess the regulation and use of intellectual property rights nationally

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (60%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Problem task - (20%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Assumed Knowledge:  Students are assumed to have a basic understanding of the principles of contract law and the systems of governance in Australia.

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