• DELHI NCR CAMPUS
  • Open From: 08-Dec-2024
  • Open Until: 16-Mar-2025

Master of Law (LLM) Intellectual Property and Trade Law - Overview

CHRIST(Deemed to be University) Delhi NCR Campus offers a specialized LLM program in Intellectual Property and Trade Law, representing a distinctive addition to its post-graduate offerings. This program transcends the conventional boundaries of intellectual property rights, encompassing various legal facets that complement intellectual property, creating a learning experience that is dynamic rather than linear. The unique amalgamation of Intellectual Property and trade law imparts a global dimension to the course, rendering its applicability not only within India but on an international scale.

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Key Expertise Offered

Analyze IP-trade links in socio-economic context

Understand global impacts on human rights, environment

Specialized in innovation, technology

Research-oriented curriculum

Networking opportunities

Emphasizes interdisciplinary approach

Course Details

The course is designed with sufficient emphasis on the practical nuances that emerge out of the theoretical underpinnings of both international trade and intellectual property laws. This specialization is devised to serve the interests of students who seek to practice an international career that addresses the real time issues relating to intellectual property and international trade.

First Semester

Code

Title

No. of Hrs / Week

Credits

LLM151IPL

Foundation Course

 

2

LLM152IPL

Research Methods and Legal Writing

5

4

LLM132IPL

Comparative Public Law

5

4

LLM133IPL

International Trade Law

4

3

LLM134IPL

Competition Law

4

3

LLM135IPL

Law of E-Commerce

4

3

LLM136IPL

Law of Copyright

4

3

Total

26

22

Second Semester

Code

Title

No. of Hrs / Week

Credits

LLM231IPL

Globalization, Law and Justice 

5

4

LLM232IPL

Investment Laws

5

3

LLM233IPL

Law of Patents and Designs

4

3

LLM234IPL

Law of Trademarks and GI

4

3

LLM251IPL

Seminar on Contemporary Issues

3

2

LLM252IPL

Practical – (Teaching Practice) 

3

2

LLM281IPL

Dissertation

4

4

Total

28

21

Application Process 2025

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

Candidates are required to apply online only through the University website www.christuniversity.in No other means/mode of application will be accepted.

Candidates should thoroughly go through the programme eligibility criteria, etc. before applying.

All applicants are required to create a one-time registration ID to be able to apply for the programme of their choice. They can create the Login ID by Using the following link https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
OR

Through the program of your choice. After selecting the program, you will be redirected to the Registration for New Students Admission page.

Office of Admissions will communicate with the applicant only through the university website www.christuniversity.in under the link “Application Status” or click the link: https://appstat.christuniversity.in

International Category

produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores
Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the Admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the option to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

NRI Category

Students are welcome to apply under the Non-Resident Indian category for the programmes offered by the University. Application process is common for all category of applicants

Students who fall under any of the following classifications can apply under NRI Student category and be liable to pay the fees applicable to the category for the entire duration of the programme

Admission to all programmes is based on academic performance and CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Selection Process.

Applicants must read through the Eligibility, Important Dates, Selection Process, Fee Structure and other details under the preferred programme given on our website before proceeding with the Application Process.

Admission Process - 2025

  1. Results Announcement: The selection process results will be available on the date mentioned in the Important Dates section on the university’s website.
  2. Results Access: Results can be accessed at this link: https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
  3. E-Offer of Admission: Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission, which will be valid until the date specified in the offer.
  4. Provisional Admission: Admission is provisional and subject to university rules. Candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria for their program.
  5. Fee Payment: Selected candidates must pay the fees using Net Banking/Online Banking or Credit Card. They should also download the offer of admission and choose a date and time to complete the admission process in person with a parent at the selected campus.

To process admission:

  1. Select Date and Time: Choose your preferred date and time from the available options.
  2. Campus Admission: Admission must be processed at the campus where the offer of admission is made
  3. Admission has to be processed as per point (1). Admission will not be processed without the presence of CANDIDATE along with mandatory ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS and one full set of black and white photocopies (xerox) of all the documents mentioned below (MANDATORY):
  • Class 10 and Class 12 Marks Statements (Mandatory).
  • Undergraduate Degree Marks Card: (Semester/Year/Consolidated) If results are awaited, then marks card till the last semester/year (Mandatory).
  • Provisional (PDC) or Degree Certificate (DC): If graduated before November 2024, must be submitted by 30 September 2025 or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
  • Transfer Certificate (TC): Of an undergraduate degree from the last qualified institution (Mandatory) must be submitted by 30 September 2025 or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
  • Migration Certificate (MIG): Of an undergraduate degree from a qualifying University (applicable for all candidates except those studying in Karnataka) (Mandatory) must be submitted by 30 September 2025.
  • Entrance Test Scorecard (MBA Programmes): Copy of valid entrance test scorecard (Aug MAT 2024 | Dec MAT 2024 | CAT 2024 | Feb MAT 2025 | CMAT 2025 | XAT 2025 | ATMA 2025 | GMAT 2024 / 2025| GRE 2024 / 2025) (Mandatory)
  • Work Experience: Candidates who are applying for the Dual Degree MBA (CU) + MBA, (THWS, Germany) Programme should submit the work related documents (Joining Letter/Experience Letter with Latest Salary Slip) (Full Time/Family Business also considered) with one or more year of work experience (Mandatory).
    Candidates who are applying for the MBA Executive with less than 2 years of work experience must have the valid test score of (Aug MAT 2024 | Dec MAT 2024 | CAT 2024 | Feb MAT 2025 | CMAT 2025 | XAT 2025 | ATMA 2025 | GMAT 2024 / 2025| GRE 2024 / 2025) (Mandatory)
  • Two Passport Size Photographs: Formal dress, white background.
  • Two Copies of Payment Acknowledgment Receipt: From application status link https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
  • Copy of Valid ID Proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.).
  • Additional Documents for International Candidates:
    • Passport and Visa Details (Mandatory)
    • PIO/OCI Card holders: Have to produce a copy of the PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable (Mandatory).
    • Medical Fitness Certificate (MFC): From any recognized medical practitioner certified by the Medical Council of India
    • Resident Permit (RP): (If available while applying)

Make sure to have all the original documents and a full set of black and white photocopies (xerox).

  1. Document Submission:
    • All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification.
    • An undertaking for pending original documents (for exams in March-June 2025) must be submitted to the Office of Admissions by 30 September 2025 or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
    • Failure to submit pending documents will result in termination of admission.
  2. Bank Account Requirement:
    • All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process.
    • Relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card) is required.
  3. University ID Card:
    • The ID card is a smart card that functions as an ID, ATM card, and access card for various facilities.
    • All transactions within the campus, including fee payments, will be processed through this card.
  4. International Students:
    • Must register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO/FRO) within 14 working days of admission or arrival in Bengaluru.
  5. Commencement of Academic Year:
    • The start date for the academic year 2025 will be communicated during the admission process.
  6. Caution:
    • The university does not authorize any third party to conduct the selection process or offer admissions.
    • Be wary of unauthorized SMS/Emails promising admissions.
  7. Bank Loan Assistance:
    • Admitted students can request a recommendation letter for a bank loan by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
  8. Laptop:
    • Admitted students may need to purchase a laptop if required by their department.
  1. Final Decision:
    • Student allotment in the program of their choice among the various campuses located in Bangalore (Central, Kengeri, Bannerghatta, and Yeshwantpur), Lavasa (Pune), and Delhi NCR Campus of CHRIST University shall be at the sole discretion of the Management. The decision of the Admission Committee is final.
  2. Cancellation Process:

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:

Delhi NCR Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR Campus, Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road, Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,
Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)

2025 UG & PG Selection Process

IMPORTANT INFORMATION – SELECTION PROCESS 2025

  1. If the entrance test for the 2 or more applications is on the same date and at the same time, you will write one test and the test score will be transferred to the other applications.
  2. If the tests are on the same date but at different times or on different dates, the test has to be taken for each application separately.
  3. All other processes (SA_MP_PI) will have to be done separately for each application number.
  4. Admit Card of all the selection processess will be updated Two or Three Days before the slection process dates

Undergraduate Programmes

SELECTION PROCESS (Except BBA Decision Science)

Postgraduate Programmes

SELECTION PROCESS (Except MSc Psychology HRDM with MA Business and Org. Psychology)

2025 UG NRI_INTERNATIONAL Selection Process

Note: Applications will open in December 2024 for the Selection Process in India

  1. If the entrance test for the 2 or more applications is on the same date and at the same time, you will write one test and the test score will be transferred to the other applications.
  2. If the tests are on the same date but at different times or on different dates, the test has to be taken for each application separately.
  3. All other processes (SA_MP_PI) will have to be done separately for each application number.
  4. Admit Card of all the selection processess will be updated Two or Three Days before the selection process dates.

Once the results are announced Selected Candidates should pay their fee within 5 to 7 working days or as announced by the admissions office.

Eligibility

Candidates who have passed an Undergraduate degree LLB (3 or 5 year courses) with a minimum aggregate of 50% and above, from any recognised University in India or abroad recognised by UGC / AIU, are eligible to apply.

Students appearing for their final degree examinations in March-June 2025 are also eligible to apply (Applicants who are in the last year of their studies in LLB (3 or 5 year courses) should have secured 50% or above aggregate in all the Semesters / Years of Undergraduate Examinations conducted so far).

Fee Structure - 2025

  • Admission Registration fee of INR 5000/- (Non-Refundable)
  • Programme fee as per the below table

Year

Indian States

NRI

SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI

Other Foreign Nationals

Time of Payment

I

   181,000 INR

  302,000 INR

  4,500 US $

  5,000 US $

Within seven days of the declaration of the Selection Process Result

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

1. NRI fee is applicable for the first year for candidates who have studied a foreign syllabus (has to be approved by UGC / AIU) in the qualifying examination of study in India. 

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category)

2. NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the program for candidates who;

2.1. Have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India.

2.2. Are NRI and candidates who have applied under the NRI category.

3. To claim the Indian / Delhi NCR category fee, the candidates should have studied last 7 years in India / Delhi NCR (not applicable for OCI, PIO, and Foreign Nationals).

4. Admission registration fee of INR 5000/- is non-refundable in the event of cancellation of admission. This fee will be apart from cancellation charges if applicable.

5. All candidates if “selected” after appearing for the final selection process, may pay the fee through the following options:

  • Payment can be made through Net banking / NEFT / RTGS
  • Payment / Transfer of fees does not guarantee admission.

Academia-Industry Connect

CHRIST(Deemed to be University) Delhi NCR Campus aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry for the LL.M. in Intellectual Property and Trade Law, offering robust placement opportunities for students. The program focuses on establishing a strong academia-industry connection to ensure that students are well-prepared and positioned for success in various sectors. Here are the key placement opportunities and strategies:

CHRIST(Deemed to be University) Delhi NCR Campus aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry for the LL.M. in Intellectual Property and Trade Law, offering robust placement opportunities for students. The program focuses on establishing a strong academia-industry connection to ensure that students are well-prepared and positioned for success in various sectors. Here are the key placement opportunities and strategies:

Industry Collaborations and Guest Lectures:

Foster collaborations with leading industry players, law firms, and multinational corporations. Invite professionals from the industry to conduct guest lectures, workshops, and seminars, providing students with insights into real-world challenges and opportunities.

Industry-Integrated Projects:

Collaborate with industry partners to design and implement industry-integrated projects as part of the curriculum. This hands-on experience will enhance students’ practical skills and make them more appealing to potential employers.

Placement Cells and Career Counseling:

Establish a dedicated placement cell within the School of Law to facilitate connections between students and prospective employers. Offer career counseling services to help students identify their strengths and align them with suitable career paths.

Alumni Network:

Leverage the strong alumni network of Christ University to create mentorship programs and facilitate interactions between current students and alumni working in the field of intellectual property and trade law.

Networking Events and Conferences:

Organize networking events, legal conclaves, and conferences that bring together students, faculty, and industry professionals. These platforms will serve as opportunities for students to showcase their knowledge and interact with potential employers.

Syllabus (Academic Year-2024)

Programme Objectives

1.Comprehensive Understanding of Intellectual Property (IP) Laws:

Develop a profound understanding of intellectual property laws, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, both at the national and international levels.

2.Integration of Trade Law with Intellectual Property:

Explore the intersection of intellectual property and trade law to provide students with a holistic perspective, enabling them to navigate the complex legal landscape in the global arena.

3.Multidisciplinary Legal Approach:

Encourage a multidisciplinary approach by integrating various legal facets that complement intellectual property, fostering a dynamic learning experience that goes beyond traditional boundaries.

4.Global Perspective and Applicability:

Equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply intellectual property and trade laws not only within the Indian legal context but also on an international scale, making them adept in dealing with global legal challenges

Programme Outcome

PO1:

Academic

Expertise

  1. Evince conceptual clarity in the area of specialization.
  2. Explain the concepts, doctrines, maxims and principles of law.
  3. Analyze and interpret the law and use it to further the client’s interests or for furthering academic research.
  4. Critically evaluate Indian laws as against laws in different jurisdictions and appreciate the competing and the conflicting notions.
  5. Suggest amendments/ modifications to the existing laws to cover shortcomings in the law.

PO2:
Critical Thinking, Legal Reasoning

and Research Skills

  1. Formulate research problems and identify research questions.
  2. Apply sound logical & legal reasoning skills and construct valid arguments towards resolving of legal issues
  3. Contribute to the existing body of knowledge and suggest improvements to the law.

PO3:
Teaching Skills

  1. Articulate and communicate effectively while teaching.
  2. Engage students effectively in the teaching-learning process
  3. Raise a spirit of enquiry in the learner

PO4:

Academic Integrity and Professional Ethics

  1. Exhibit academic integrity and ethical behavior in all academic endeavors.
  2. Evince professionalism in all academic and professional engagements.

PO5:

Service Learning

  1. Employ learning effectively to the betterment of the society.
  2. Help the underprivileged with legal aid, awareness and literacy.

Selection Process