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
Benefits
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
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)
Application Documents
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
Method of Application
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025.
