Intellectual Property and Development Policy

Study international intellectual-property law and policy, patents, copyright and innovation in relation to sustainable development. Confirm the current programme-specific application and participation arrangements.

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Course details

Qualification

Master in Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD)

Teaching provider

KDI School of Public Policy and Management

Entry requirements

For the closed Spring 2027 international round: A recognised bachelor’s degree representing at least three years of study, or the stated legally recognised equivalent, is required; shorter first degrees require additional qualifying study under the guide’s rules. Unless the guide’s specified nationality or degree-country exemption applies, provide an English test taken within two years of the application deadline: TOEFL iBT 72 (4 for tests from 21 January 2026), IELTS 6.0, OPIc IM3, TEPS 286 or Duolingo 100. A Medium of Instruction certificate is not accepted as a substitute. Submit the online application, statement of purpose, academic records and two independent online recommendations. Confirm the exact certificate timing, expected-graduate exceptions and document authentication requirements with admissions. MIPD applicants must apply to both KDI School and WIPO. Full-time students may not undertake employment during their stay under this guide.

Intake

Spring 2027 international applications closed on 31 July 2026 at 18:00 KST. This round is closed to new applications. Admitted students must ensure the required physical documents arrive by 27 November 2026; this is not a new-application extension. Entry is planned for February 2027. Confirm the next advertised round; later dates and places are not established.

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