On completion of this subject candidates will have acquired an ability to express an understanding of a patent specification and what it covers for the purpose of advising on infringement validity over given prior art, s. 40 of the Patents Act 1990 and other grounds of revocation and amendment.
This subject is accredited by the Professional Standards Board as fulfilling part of the qualifications for registration as a Patent Attorney in Australia.
2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,062.38
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,544.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125