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Law & Economics
Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property
Language Course
About the Program
About the Programme This programme is designed to sharpen your practical skills for navigating technology licensing across different legal systems and national borders. By participating, you'll gain a solid understanding of core IP and licensing concepts — including key industry practices — and explore licensing from both legal and business perspectives. You'll dive into a wide range of topics, including: An overview of IP laws relevant to licensing in major jurisdictions (with a focus on the US and EU, and key developments elsewhere) Securing IP rights internationally IP management and monetisation strategies The mechanics and legal considerations of transferring IP rights (with special attention to EU competition law) Structuring international licence agreements Approaches to international dispute resolution Industry-specific licensing strategies Learning by Doing Theory comes to life in a dynamic licensing workshop. Working in teams and guided by experienced practitioners, you’ll negotiate a cross-border technology licence based on a real-world fact pattern — and develop the term sheet of the transaction from scratch. Real-World Insights To further deepen your understanding, various firms and institutions in Hamburg and Berlin. There, you’ll meet in-house counsel, discuss real-world licensing strategies, and get first-hand insights into how licensing decisions are made in practice. Academic Credit Participants earn ten ECTS points or five ABA credits through the programme. If you're a US law student looking to transfer ABA credits towards your degree, be sure to check with your adviser and follow the procedures at your home institution. Although the programme is not accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), Bucerius Law School provides a comprehensive documentation packet to support your credit transfer application. The credit system follows ABA guidelines, structured to reflect five ABA credits (based on 60 hours of classroom time, with one credit hour equivalent to 700 minutes of instruction). Keep in mind that the final number of credits awarded depends on your home university’s policies — US law schools may choose to award fewer than five credits.
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About the Programme This programme is designed to sharpen your practical skills for navigating technology licensing across different legal systems and national borders. By participating, you'll gain a solid understanding of core IP and licensing concepts — including key industry practices — and explore licensing from both legal and business perspectives. You'll dive into a wide range of topics, including: An overview of IP laws relevant to licensing in major jurisdictions (with a focus on the US and EU, and key developments elsewhere) Securing IP rights internationally IP management and monetisation strategies The mechanics and legal considerations of transferring IP rights (with special attention to EU competition law) Structuring international licence agreements Approaches to international dispute resolution Industry-specific licensing strategies Learning by Doing Theory comes to life in a dynamic licensing workshop. Working in teams and guided by experienced practitioners, you’ll negotiate a cross-border technology licence based on a real-world fact pattern — and develop the term sheet of the transaction from scratch. Real-World Insights To further deepen your understanding, various firms and institutions in Hamburg and Berlin. There, you’ll meet in-house counsel, discuss real-world licensing strategies, and get first-hand insights into how licensing decisions are made in practice. Academic Credit Participants earn ten ECTS points or five ABA credits through the programme. If you're a US law student looking to transfer ABA credits towards your degree, be sure to check with your adviser and follow the procedures at your home institution. Although the programme is not accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), Bucerius Law School provides a comprehensive documentation packet to support your credit transfer application. The credit system follows ABA guidelines, structured to reflect five ABA credits (based on 60 hours of classroom time, with one credit hour equivalent to 700 minutes of instruction). Keep in mind that the final number of credits awarded depends on your home university’s policies — US law schools may choose to award fewer than five credits.
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How do I apply to Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property at Bucerius Law School?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property at Bucerius Law School
Is Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property at Bucerius Law School taught in German or English? ▼
This Sprachkurs programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property programme cost? ▼
2.500 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property at Bucerius Law School? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Bucerius / UC College of the Law San Francisco Summer Programme: Licensing Transactions in Intellectual Property? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Bucerius Law School — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.