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This text is an introductory commentary and cases text for Intellectual Property Law, which follows a survey/critical approach to the main categories of IP law which are:. Copyright. Designs. Patents. Trade Marks and Business Reputation, and. Confidential InformationThis approach allows students to grasp the nature and scope of the relevant legislation, case law and administrative practice applicable in each area.Designed as a critical introduction to Australian intellectual property law, it:. Equips law students with legal knowledge appropriate for entry-level legal practice in IP. Provides a foundation to enable students to progress to more specialised postgraduate study of intellectual property law, and. Develops awareness of rights and commercialisation practices for scientists, creators and managers of IP rights.