Intellectual property law in China is a fast developing area. China is part of the international community, but Intellectual property law in China is unique in a sense that it is destined to solve its own problems. Their uniqueness lies in China’s historical legacy and its recent rapid developments. To be able to critically identify, evaluate, and analyze the latest intellectual property issues in China, and eventually apply legal principles in China to solve them, is a crucial skill for a qualified international IP lawyer today.

The aim of this course is to introduce the legal principles and framework of the Chinese intellectual property law, and to develop the capacity of students to understand and apply these legal principles and rules concerning intellectual property law in China to real life cases. Typical Chinese intellectual property issues are selected to provide students a comparative perspective. Successful completion of the course will enhance students’ capabilities in critical thinking and analysis in relation to intellectual property law in general, and build up students’ practical skills in addressing cross-border intellectual property cases between Hong Kong and mainland.