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Course Overview This course, designed to complement and build on our Introduction to Intellectual Property course while providing a stand-alone introduction to this subject, will provide participants with a knowledge of the basic principles of UK copyright law. It covers topical issues including database protection, copyright in computer programs and the application of copyright principles to the internet, and deals with design protection. Audience This course will be of use to everyone who requires an understanding of copyright in their work. In-house lawyers and those in private practice will benefit from learning the fundamentals of current copyright law. It is also designed for information professionals and others working in the media, academia, new technologies and any other business in which copyright is important. Course Outline DEVELOPMENT OF COPYRIGHT LAW - The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988
- Modernisation and harmonisation in the European Community
SCOPE OF COPYRIGHT - Original literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works
- Computer programs and databases
- Neighbouring rights
- Ownership and duration of copyright
EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS AND INFRINGEMENT - Restricted acts
- Infringements
- The impact of new technologies
- Permitted acts
- Licensing schemes
ENFORCEMENT - Remedies
- Criminal offences
EXPLOITING COPYRIGHT - Assignments
- Licences
- Publishing and other agreements
PROTECTION OF DESIGNS - Registered designs in outline
- Unregistered design right
- What role is left for copyright?
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