LAWS20014 Protecting Creations and Brands

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is LAWS20014 hard?

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What you learn

Intellectual property for non-lawyers: copyright for art, music and film, patents for inventions, and trade marks for brands.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Participation 15%, Tests 10%, Assignments 25%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is LAWS20014 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking LAWS20014?
No prerequisites.
Does LAWS20014 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Participation 15%, Tests 10%, Assignments 25%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does LAWS20014 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take LAWS20014 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate LAWS20014?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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