M.J. Curriculum Technology Law
The University of Washington is a leader in technology disciplines with cutting-edge research in computer science, robotics, human-computer interaction and more. Master of Jurisprudence students in Technology Law benefits from the variety of opportunities to interact with other technical disciplines while learning from leading law faculty. The program encourages students to learn about government policies and industry practices that allow innovation to thrive.
Sample Curriculum Options
Below are some sample curricula demonstrating the variety available in the M.J. program.
Profile A
Professional Goal: To work at a startup.
Sample Curriculum
Foundational Courses: 12–14 credits
- LAW B 505 Introduction to American Law Master of Jurisprudence | Autumn Quarter | 5 Credits
- LAW B 550 American Legal System and Method | Autumn Quarter | 4-6 credits (6 credits with Summer Transnational Institute)
- LAW A 599 Legal Research Methods | Winter Quarter | 3 credits
- One independent major research paper (can be done through a seminar or through Independent Study credits)
Sample Specialty Courses: 31–33 credits
- Drafting Business Documents
- Drafting Intellectual Property Licenses
- Entrepreneurial Law Clinic
- Intellectual Property Law Core
- Privacy Law
- Robotics Law and Policy
- Technology Law and Public Policy Clinic
- Sales
- Secured Transactions
- Business Organizations
- Law and Entrepreneurship
Profile B
Professional Goal: Seek promotion to higher-level position at a technology company.
Sample Curriculum
Foundational Courses: 12–14 credits
- LAW B 505 Introduction to American Law Master of Jurisprudence | Autumn Quarter | 5 Credits
- LAW B 550 American Legal System and Method | Autumn Quarter | 4-6 credits (6 credits with Summer Transnational Institute)
- LAW A 599 Legal Research Methods | Winter Quarter | 3 credits
- One independent major research paper (can be done through a seminar or through Independent Study credits)
Sample Specialty Courses: 31–33 credits
- Consumer Law Seminar
- Antitrust Law and Policy
- Intellectual Property Law Core
- The Law of Nonprofit Organizations
- Legal Protection of Computer Software
- Privacy Law
- Technology Law and Public Policy Seminar
- Secured Transactions
- Legal Problems of Economic Development Seminar
- Advanced Copyright Law
Profile C
Professional Goal: To work in a policy role at a technology company.
Sample Curriculum
Foundational Courses: 12–14 credits
- LAW B 505 Introduction to American Law Master of Jurisprudence | Autumn Quarter | 5 Credits
- LAW B 550 American Legal System and Method | Autumn Quarter | 4-6 credits (6 credits with Summer Transnational Institute)
- LAW A 599 Legal Research Methods | Winter Quarter | 3 credits
- One independent major research paper (can be done through a seminar or through Independent Study credits)
Sample Specialty Courses: 31–33 credits
- Entrepreneurial Law Clinic
- Natural Resources Law
- Intellectual Property Law Core
- Legal Problems of Economic Development Seminar
- Legal Protection of Computer Software
- Privacy Law
- Technology Law and Public Policy Seminar
- Technology Law and Public Policy Clinic
- Women, Poverty and Natural Resource Management Seminar
- Consumer Law Seminar
Profile D
Professional Goal: Advance in technology policy role at a technology company.
Sample Curriculum
Foundational Courses: 12–14 credits
- LAW B 505 Introduction to American Law Master of Jurisprudence | Autumn Quarter | 5 Credits
- LAW B 550 American Legal System and Method | Autumn Quarter | 4-6 credits (6 credits with Summer Transnational Institute)
- LAW A 599 Legal Research Methods | Winter Quarter | 3 credits
- One independent major research paper (can be done through a seminar or through Independent Study credits)
Sample Specialty Courses: 31–33 credits
- Communication Technology & Ethics (Comm 597)
- Consumer Law Seminar
- Intellectual Property Law Core
- Privacy Law
- Technology & Public Policy (Evans — PUBPOL 583)
- Technology Law and Public Policy Seminar
- Technology Policy Seminar