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Certificate in Intellectual Property Crime and Illicit Trade (Distance Learning), Cert, University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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About Certificate in Intellectual Property Crime and Illicit Trade (Distance Learning), Cert - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

On this unique course, which is not available anywhere else, you'll gain a practical and academic understanding of intellectual property (IP) crime and illicit trade.

Delivered by the University of Portsmouth’s School of Criminology and Criminal Justice in cooperation with INTERPOL, this course provides unparalleled access to the latest research and expertise in the field of IP crime and illicit trade on a global level. 

This short course is accredited by INTERPOL in accordance with INTERPOL Standard Procedures. 

Learning online via distance learning whenever suits you, 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.

What you'll learn on this course prepares you for work or further study in this area. The credits you'll earn are academically recognised and can contribute towards full degree courses.

This course is an ideal next step to progression in careers in law enforcement, security, brand protection or counter-fraud.

Course Highlights

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

Teaching

Whether you're topping up existing knowledge, looking to accelerate your career by learning new skills, or want to work towards a university qualification at work, short courses are a great option.

This course is delivered through distance learning, with written learning materials, live online tutorials, an online interactive reading list, learning resources and web based communication, and peer learning available to you.

The University of Portsmouth uses the Moodle virtual learning environment, so you'll have access to a tutor and your fellow students wherever you are. While we encourage you to join the live tutorials as often as you can, we will record them so you can watch them at a time more convenient for you.

Topics you will cover include:

  • explaining IP, IP crime and illicit trade
  • the extent and impacts of the crimes
  • offenders and theoretical explanations for their criminality
  • policing, protection and enforcement
  • academic skills covering reading, writing, presenting, reflection, and analytical thinking

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance/tuition-fees-living-costs-and-other-study-costs

Entry requirements

Access to this course is open to all individuals subject to the approval of the course leader.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 6.0.

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