Overview
Degree Type: Master’s Degree
Program Name: Master’s in Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD)
Description
Degree Type: Master’s Degree
Program Name: Master’s in Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD)
Duration: 1 Year (Full-Time)
Structure: 3 Academic Terms
Credits Required: Minimum 36 Credits (including research project)
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Additional Information
Degree Level
Degree Type: Master’s Degree
Program Name: Master’s in Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD)
Duration: 1 Year (Full-Time)
Structure: 3 Academic Terms
Credits Required: Minimum 36 Credits (including research project)
Available Subjects
The MIPD program focuses on interdisciplinary training in:
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Innovation and Technology Policy
Public Policy and Governance
Development Economics
Law and Legal Frameworks of IP
Patent Systems and Administration
Startup and Innovation Ecosystems
International Trade and Development Policy
Benefits
Selected candidates may receive comprehensive academic and professional support, including:
Full or partial tuition support (depending on selection category)
Study at KDI School of Public Policy and Management (South Korea)
Joint academic framework with WIPO and KIPO
Access to global IP and innovation experts
Exposure to Korea’s advanced innovation ecosystem
Networking with policymakers and international professionals
Career opportunities in: Government agencies International organizations (WIPO, UN-related bodies) Research institutions Patent offices Innovation and tech policy organizations
Government agencies
International organizations (WIPO, UN-related bodies)
Research institutions
Patent offices
Innovation and tech policy organizations
Eligible Nationalities
Open to all international students
Applicants from developing and developed countries worldwide are eligible
No nationality restrictions apply
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Academic Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (any discipline related to policy, law, economics, technology preferred)
Strong academic background required
Professional Background Preferred
Government officials
Patent/IP office staff
Researchers or academics
Legal professionals
Development or innovation sector workers
Startup ecosystem professionals
Language Requirement
English proficiency is mandatory. Accepted tests include:
TOEFL iBT: 72+
IELTS: 6.0+
Duolingo English Test: 100+
TEPS: 286+
OPIc: IM3 or higher
Exemption: Applicants from English-speaking countries or those with prior English-taught degrees may be exempt.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
Completed online application form
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Bachelor’s degree certificate (English version)
Academic transcripts
Two recommendation letters
English proficiency test score (if required)
Passport copy / photo
Employment certificate (optional)
Master’s documents (if applicable)
Application Process
Applicants must apply through two systems:
Step 1 Kdi School Application
Submit online application via KDI admission portal
Upload all required documents
Step 2 Wipo Application
Complete additional application through WIPO portal
Follow instructions provided in official guidelines
Step 3 Selection Process
Document screening
Interview (selected candidates)
Final admission decision
Admission Timeline Spring 2027
Applications Open: 1 June 2026
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Document Review: August 2026
Interviews: September 2026
Results Announcement: Mid-October 2026
Registration: Oct–Nov 2026
Classes Begin: February 2027
Key Advantages Of The Program
Study in one of Asia’s top policy graduate schools
Learn from global intellectual property experts
Gain hands-on exposure to real-world policy systems
Build international career pathways
Understand Korea’s innovation-driven development model
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Is there an application fee for the KDI MIPD scholarship? No, the program application does not require an application fee.
Do I need work experience to apply? Work experience is not mandatory, but it is highly preferred for candidates applying from government, legal, or policy sectors.
Can fresh graduates apply for this scholarship? Yes, fresh graduates can apply if they have a strong academic background and interest in innovation or public policy.
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Subjects
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