Patent Practice, MA (Online)
Degree: Master of Arts (MA)
Field of Study: Patent Practice
Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Patent Practice program is designed to prepare students for careers as patent agents. Students must be eligible to sit for the patent bar exam, which requires an undergraduate degree in engineering, computer science, or a physical or biological degree. This degree is a viable alternative for students who want to pursue a career in patent practice without having to take the full three-year JD. Merit scholarships are available.
Program Requirements
The Master of Arts in Patent Practice is designed to prepare students for careers as patent agents. Students must be eligible to sit for the patent bar exam, which requires an undergraduate degree in engineering, computer science, or a physical or biological degree. This degree is a viable alternative for students who want to pursue a career in patent practice without having to take the full 3-year JD.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| LAWS 4300 | Intellectual Property Survey | 3 |
| LAWS 4302 | Patent Law | 3 |
| LAWS 4315 | Patent Agent Lab | 3 |
| LAWS 4820 | Patent Bar Review | 4 |
| LAWS 5341 | Commercialization and Intellectual Property Management | 3 |
| LAWS 4311 | Patent Preparation and Prosecution I | 3 |
| LAWS 4312 | Patent Preparation and Prosecution II | 2 |
| Electives | 9 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |