Master 2 - Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technologies and Intellectual Property - NEW!

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Learning objectives:

Jean-Marc Deltorn, Professor at CEIPI, Scientific coordinator of the Master 2 Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technologies and Intellectual Property

Recent generations of artificial intelligence tools –particularly generative models–are significantly transforming all areas of law. Intellectual property (IP) is among the fields most affected. Understanding AI’s impact in this domain requires a solid grasp of the legal frameworks governing digital and algorithmic technologies, as well as technical familiarity with AI systems.

This Master’s programme is designed to meet the growing demand for specialised legal expertise in this rapidly evolving field.

Courses run from October to June and cover various forms of legal protection for AI and its outputs—including copyright, database rights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets—as well as data rights relevant to model training. The programme also includes a course on the societal challenges posed by AI (such as philosophy, ethics, sociology, economics, fundamental rights, and liability) and a module on the regulatory frameworks governing its use.

A distinctive feature of the programme is a dedicated module providing a technical introduction to AI, featuring numerous application examples and hands-on exercises.

Building on the experience of the University Diploma “Artificial Intelligence & Intellectual Property” created at CEIPI in 2019, this Master’s programme adopts active teaching methods such as group projects, case studies, debates, flipped classrooms, etc.

Target audience:

This Master’s programme is open to anyone with an interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and law—such as legal professionals, attorneys, engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and artists—who wish to deepen their understanding of intellectual property issues related to AI.

Prerequisites:

  • A Master 1 in law (or equivalent) or professional experience related to artificial intelligence, intellectual property, digital law, or data protection
  • A demonstrated interest in AI through activities, projects, or a professional environment related to the field
  • A B2 level in English

International candidates, whether EU citizens or not, must meet the same conditions as outlined above.

Admission Requirements / Application Process:

This programme is offered exclusively as continuing education. Admission is based on an application file. An individual interview may also be required, depending on the applicant's profile.

Applicants must complete an application form available via this link (https://sondagesv3.unistra.fr/index.php/627755?lang=en).
The application period will be open from 31 March to 22 June 2025.

Tuition fees* :

  • Continuing education: €5,600 (including university registration fees). The programme is eligible for CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) funding.
  • Graduates of the University Diploma “Artificial Intelligence & Intellectual Property” are eligible for a preferential rate of €2,250 (not CPF-eligible).

*Fees are subject to approval by the University of Strasbourg's Board of Governors.

Curriculum and schedule:

1.         Introduction to AI algorithms and machine learning

Dates: 7–10 October 2025 (10:00–17:30) - On-site in Strasbourg – Hackathon on 24 October 2025 (online)

2.         Socio-economic perspectives on AI and emerging digital technologies

Dates: 19–22 November 2025 (10:00–17:30) – Online

3.         Legal framework for AI and emerging digital technologies

Dates: 17 December (13:00–17:30), 18–20 December 2025 (10:00–17:30) – Online

4.         Data and algorithmic processing

Dates: 21 January (13:00–17:30), 22–24 January 2026 (10:00–17:30) – Online

5.         Trade secrets and emerging digital technologies

Dates: 18–19 February (13:00–17:30), 20–21 February 2026 (10:00–17:30) – On-site in Strasbourg

6.         Copyright and AI-generated content

Dates: 25 March (15:00–17:00), 26–28 March 2026 (10:00–17:30) – Online

7.         AI, designs, trademarks, and other IP rights

Dates: 23–25 April 2026 (10:00–17:30) – Online

8.         Patents, computer-implemented inventions, and AI

Dates: 27 May (13:00–17:30), 28–30 May 2026 (10:00–17:30) – Online

9.         Licensing, technology transfer, and emerging technologies

Dates: 16 June (15:00–17:00), 17–19 June 2026 (10:00–17:30) – On-site in Strasbourg

10.       Dissertation

Submission deadline: 1 September 2026

Duration and schedule:

Total training hours: 200 hours of coursework + 400 hours of personal study and dissertation work.

Location and Attendance Requirements:

The programme requires in-person attendance at CEIPI in Strasbourg during three sessions:

  • October 7–10, 2025 (10:00 AM–5:30 PM),
  • February 18–19, 2026 (1:00 PM–5:30 PM), and February 20–21, 2026 (10:00 AM–5:30 PM),
  • June 16, 2026 (3:00 PM–5:00 PM), and June 17–19, 2026 (10:00 AM–5:30 PM).

The remainder of the programme is delivered via distance learning (online), according to the schedule provided in the “Curriculum and schedule” section above.

Language of instruction and Teaching Methods:

The programme is taught in English.

This Master’s programme emphasises active, communicative, and collaborative teaching methods, such as collective intelligence, design thinking, nonviolent communication, and strategic foresight analysis. Students are encouraged to work on concrete projects (simulations, case studies, hackathons) that promote co-creation and critical thinking around issues related to AI, data protection, and intellectual property rights.

Qualification awarded:

Successful completion of all assessments leads to the awarding of the Master's Degree in Intellectual Property Law – Specialisation in Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technologies, and Intellectual Property.

Contact and registration:

Scientific coordinator:

Jean-Marc Deltorn, Professor, CEIPI

Email: diploma_ai_ip[at]ceipi.edu

Phone: +33 3 68 85 80 27