Munich, Germany 2010Comparative IP Law
Conducted in conjunction with the University of Munich and the Max Planck Institute, this cutting-edge course examines the patent, trademark and copyright laws of western Europe, as well as the European and international systems for intellectual property protection. The course provides some comparison to the U.S. intellectual property laws. The classes are designed for individuals with no prior coursework in intellectual property.
Classes: June 14 - July 12, 2010 (4 units)
Internships: July 13 - August 6, 2010 (3-4 units) Note: Most internship placements require either German language skills or some technical background
Mix & MatchThe timing of the Munich program offers options for creative combination. For example, many students enroll in The Hague program before Munich, or start a part-time internship in Munich concurrently with the course and continue full-time at the conclusion of the course.
Special Note: Get your application form and deposit in early. Course and internship registration priority are allocated in the order in which a student's application form and deposit payment are received.The remaining required documents may be submitted seperately, no later than April 16, 2010.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ENROLLED STUDENTS:
Director: Prof. Tyler Ochoa Professor Ochoa, the co-author of the recognized text on trademark and copyright law, is an internationally recognized expert in intellectual property and comparative intellectual property. He teaches those subjects at Santa Clara University. About the Program: An OverviewThe focus of this program is on European and German intellectual property systems, with some comparative reference to U.S. systems. Patenting systems are explored in some depth. However, no expertise or prior background is needed for the course work. The course is designed as an introduction for the generalist as well as those seeking to specialize eventually in intellectual property law. (Either German or technical background may be required for most internships)
Munich, the capital of the state of Bavaria is the third largest city in Germany and widely regarded as an important focal point of both German and European intellectual property law in addition to being one of Germany’s major commercial, cultural, and educational centers. Munich is home to the Max Planck Institute for Foreign and International Patent, Copyright, and Competition Law, the European Patent Office, the German Patent Office, and the German Patent Court. In addition, numerous international companies including BMW and Siemens are headquartered in and around Munich.
Enrollment is limited to a maximum of 30 students.
We welcome applications from students in any accredited law school who will have completed their first year of law studies at the beginning of summer. No background or expertise is required or expected for the course work component.
While historically most of our applicants attend U.S. law schools, we also welcome applications from international students who are
Since the program's inception in 1997, students from Santa Clara University, several other law schools in the United States, and European students from Manchester, Vienna, and Munich have participated.
"SCU's Munich program was exactly what I wanted for my summer." Kara Brotman, SCU (2005)
"I highly recommend this program. It has outstanding instructors, great internship opportunities, and affords an opportunity to study with law students from all over the United States. Also being in Munich gives you a centralized location to explore Europe on your own . . ." Brian Boyle, SCU (2005)
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Intellectual property is no longer national. One working in this field must have a working knowledge of international systems, in particular those in Europe. The Santa Clara program provides an ideal venue for this knowledge.
pursuing a law degree or other graduate certification concentrating on intellectual property matters.