WIPO Academy 2025 Masters Scholarship for African Students


This master’s programme is delivered in collaboration with the WIPO Academy, the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), and Africa University (Mutare, Zimbabwe) and receives financial support from the Government of Japan.
Each course includes both the theoretical and doctrinal underpinnings of the legal framework, alongside practical components relevant to each specific field of law.
Subjects covered
- Patents and Utility Models
- Industrial designs
- Branding (Trademarks)
- Branding (Geographical Indications and Unfair Competition)
- Copyright and Related rights
- IP and Public Health; Food Security and Biotechnology
- Traditional Knowledge, Folklore and Genetic Resources
- IP, Small and Medium Sized Enterprises and IP Management
- IP Asset Management, Strategic Planning, Technology Transfer and Licensing, Artificial Intelligence
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights
- Practical Training ARIPO
Benefits of WIPO Academy Masters Scholarship
The scholarship covers:
- Return ticket
- Registration and tuition fees
- Full board and lodging
- Medical insurance
Visa costs, if any, are at the expense of participants.
Successful applicants for WIPO scholarships are notified by the WIPO Academy. Thereafter they will be provided with relevant information, including travel arrangements.
Requirements for WIPO Academy Masters Scholarship
To be considered, applicants shall:
- Be nationals of an African country;
- Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree (second lower class) from a recognized university in any discipline; and
- Be fluent in English.
- A pass in DL 101 (WIPO free course)
Application Documents
- University Degree(s) (translated in English)
- For non-native speakers proof of English language: TOEFL/CAE or acceptable equivalent
- Transcript of University studies (Translated in English)
- Recent Curriculum Vitae
- DL101 Course Certificate
- WIPO Scholarship Application letter
Application Deadline
April 30, 2025
How to Apply
For more details, visit the WIPO webpage