Study Intellectual Property and Data Law at Exeter
As part of the Erasmus Mundus MIPDaL Programme
The University of Exeter is proud to be a partner in the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Master in Intellectual Property and Data Law (MIPDaL) - a one-year, full-time, high-level international joint master’s programme offering advanced, research-led legal education in intellectual property and data law.
Delivered by a consortium of leading European universities, MIPDaL is designed to equip outstanding students from around the world with the specialist legal knowledge, critical insight, and practical skills required to succeed in today’s fast-changing legal, technological, and policy environments.
Why choose MIPDaL?
- Prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s funded by the European Union
- Study at two internationally recognised institutions, with mobility built into the curriculum
- Choose from three specialisation tracks:
- IT & Data Law
- Creative Industries
- Industrial Property Law
- Benefit from expert academic staff, career-focused training, and a rich international learning environment
- Eligible applicants can apply for Erasmus Mundus Scholarships, covering tuition, travel, and living costs
What you'll learn
As a student on the MIPDaL programme, you will:
- Gain advanced training in intellectual property and data law concepts, enforcement mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks
- Analyse cutting-edge developments and global trends to assess their impact on legal systems and practice
- Compare and evaluate national legal systems from a European perspective
- Explore the political, ethical, and social dimensions that shape legal change at national and international levels
- Develop research and academic writing skills to a professional standard
- Build sector-specific knowledge in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and biotech law
- Engage in a research-rich environment, learning in small groups led by world-leading academics
- Prepare for careers across legal practice, policymaking, international organisations, tech firms, and more
Whether you hold a degree in law or come from a related discipline, the programme is designed to help students from diverse academic backgrounds achieve fluency in the legal and regulatory frameworks that shape intellectual property and emerging technologies.
Study at Exeter
As one of the programme’s partner universities, the University of Exeter offers advanced modules in the field of IT and Data Law. Students joining us will benefit from:
- A vibrant academic community within the University of Exeter Law School, known for research excellence in technology and intellectual property law
- Access to our expert staff, legal clinics, guest lectures, and industry connections
- A beautiful and dynamic campus environment in the South West of England
Programme structure
The MIPDaL programme includes mandatory academic mobility and culminates in a Master’s dissertation.
The programme is divided into two main stages:
Stage 1 (Term/Semester 1) – 60 Credits
You will begin your studies at one of the MIPDaL consortium partner institutions. The following are examples of modules delivered by partner universities. Please note that modules may be subject to change and availability:
CEIPI/UNISTRA Pathway
| Code | Title | Credits | Compulsory | Non-condonable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 (UE1) | International Intellectual Property Law | 12 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 (UE2) | Protection of Intellectual Creations and Treatment of Disputes | 42 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 (UE3) | Modern Languages | 6 | Yes | Yes |
TU DRESDEN Pathway
| Code | Title | Credits | Compulsory | Non-condonable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 (PHF-EMIPDaL-1) | Industrial Property Law | 20 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 (PHF-EMIPDaL-2) | EU Copyright Law | 20 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 (PHF-EMIPDaL-3) | Practitioners Panel | 10 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 (PHF-EMIPDaL-4) | Current Issues in Intellectual Property Law | 10 | Yes | Yes |
UC3M Pathway
| Code | Title | Credits | Compulsory | Non-condonable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12191 | Introduction: Rightholders and Protectable Creations and Services | 12 | Yes | Yes |
| 12634 | Economic and Moral Monopoly | 12 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 | Assignment of Rights | 6 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 | Protection Systems I | 6 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 | European Digital Environment | 12 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 | Industrial Property | 12 | Yes | Yes |
TalTech Pathway
| Code | Title | Credits | Compulsory | Non-condonable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Digital Intellectual Property Law | 12 | Yes | Yes |
| Term 1 | Rights, Obligations and Liability of Actors on the Internet and Consumer Protection Law | 12 | No | Yes |
| Term 1 | Data Protection Law | 12 | No | Yes |
| Term 1 | Comparative Practice Law and Private International Law | 12 | No | Yes |
| Term 1 | Intellectual Property and Competition Law | 12 | No | Yes |
| Term 1 | Cyber Security and Law | 12 | No | Yes |
| Term 1 | Legal Protection of Information Technology Products, Software and Database | 12 | No | Yes |
Stage 2 (Terms 2 & 3) – University of Exeter: 120 Credits
Students then move to Exeter for the second phase of the programme, where they complete 120 credits through a combination of taught modules and a dissertation.
Compulsory Modules (60 credits)
| Code | Title | Credits | Compulsory | Non-condonable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAWM640 | Dissertation | 60 | Yes | Yes |
| LAWM166 | Business and Human Rights Law & Policy | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM171 | E-Commerce and Consumers | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM174 | International Arbitration | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM177 | International Trade and Society | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM178 | LLM Law Clinic | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM183 | International Banking and Fintech Law and Regulation | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM191 | Law, Digital Markets and Competition | 15 | No | No |
| LAWM193 | Corporate Tax Law | 15 | No | No |
Admission & Application
Applications are managed centrally by the MIPDaL consortium. Students interested in the programme should apply via the official MIPDaL website.
- Application window opens: 1 October 2025
- Erasmus Mundus scholarship deadline: 15 January 2026
- Final application deadline: 15 March 2026
Please note: Students do not apply directly to the University of Exeter at the initial stage. Once admissions decisions are made by the MIPDaL central team, successful candidates selected to study at Exeter will be guided through the final enrolment process.
Entry requirements
- A qualifying law degree (or equivalent), typically comprising 240 ECTS
- Proof of English proficiency (minimum C1 level)
- Additional language proficiency may be required depending on study locations
- Strong academic performance and motivation in IP/Data Law
Full details on eligibility, tuition fees, and scholarships can be found on the MIPDaL admissions page.
Fees and finance
Details of the MiPDAL fees and the Erasmus Mundus Scholarships can be found on the official MiPDAL website.
Students studying part of their degree at Exeter will pay their Term 2 and Term 3 fees to the University of Exeter directly. The fees for students joining Exeter in January 2026 are currently under review and will be published in due course.
Need more information?
For questions specific to studying at the University of Exeter as part of the MIPDaL programme, or for help with accommodation and local arrangements, please contact:
Contact us
Telephone the main University switchboard on:
+44 (0) 1392 661000
Or Enquire online
MIPDaL: course-related queries - Professor James Griffin – Exeter programme lead
