Certificate in Intellectual Property Crime and Illicit Trade (Distance Learning)

Overview
On this course, which is unavailable anywhere else, you'll gain a practical and academic understanding of intellectual property (IP) crime and illicit trade.

You'll explore IP rights, different types of crime and the range of offenders. You'll study theories which explain why people commit these crimes and learn about their damaging social and economic impacts. You'll also examine protection and enforcement strategies.

The credits earned on this course are academically recognised and can contribute towards full degree courses.

What you'll experience
On this short course you'll:


• Gain an understanding of IP rights and the international legal framework



• Appreciate the extent and impact of IP crime and illicit trade



• Explore IP crimes and offenders, methods of policing the crimes, and strategies for the protection and enforcement of IP rights



• Develop the skills you need in academic reading, writing, referencing, presentation and analytical thinking



• Be able to share your learning and experiences with peers to help you develop your professional practices

All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls (terms and conditions apply), giving you added confidence as you plan your next steps. Full details can be found on the University of Portsmouth website.

By signing up for Priority Clearing, you can receive accommodation information straight to your inbox, along with exclusive access to Portsmouth’s Clearing Visit Day on Thursday 6 August. Priority Clearing applicants benefit from queue-jump status on Results Day, as well as exclusive updates, invitations to Clearing Webinars and personalised one-to-one application support.

The Clearing Visit Day offers you the chance to experience Portsmouth’s welcoming campus and vibrant student community first-hand before you enrol. With guaranteed accommodation, you can feel reassured that you’ll be at the heart of university life from day one.