The KDI School MIPD Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded Master’s scholarship sponsored by KDI School of Public Policy and Management (KDIS) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). It supports students applying for the Master’s Program in Intellectual Property and Development Policy (MIPD) at KDI School in Sejong, South Korea. The programme runs full-time for approximately one year and requires students to complete 36 credits, including a research project.

About the KDI School MIPD Scholarship

KDI School offers the MIPD Program as a specialised master’s degree in Intellectual Property and Development Policy. The programme helps students understand how intellectual property systems support innovation, economic development, technology transfer, and public policy. It suits applicants who want to work in intellectual property offices, government departments, innovation agencies, research institutions, universities, or international organisations.

The 2027 Spring MIPD intake is sponsored by WIPO and KDIS. Applicants must submit applications to both KDI School and WIPO to complete the application process.

The programme offers a first concentration in Intellectual Property and Innovation Policy. Students may also choose a second optional concentration, except within the Intellectual Property concentration.

Why Choose The KDI School MIPD Scholarship?

This scholarship allows students to study intellectual property and development policy in South Korea at a specialised public policy graduate school.

You benefit from:

  • A full-time master’s programme in intellectual property and innovation policy
  • Study at KDI School, a policy-focused graduate institution in South Korea
  • Sponsorship by WIPO and KDI School
  • A one-year academic structure with research training
  • A programme designed for students interested in innovation, intellectual property, development, and public policy
  • A direct application pathway through both KDI School and WIPO

Graduates can pursue careers in:

  • Intellectual property policy
  • Public administration
  • Innovation policy
  • Technology transfer
  • Research and development institutions
  • Universities
  • International organisations
  • Government ministries
  • Patent and trademark offices

KDI School MIPD Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: South Korea
  • Host Institution: KDI School of Public Policy and Management
  • Scholarship Name: KDI School MIPD Scholarship
  • Sponsors: WIPO and KDIS
  • Study Level: Master’s
  • Programme Name: Master’s Program in Intellectual Property and Development Policy
  • Programme Type: Full-time
  • Programme Duration: 3 academic terms, approximately 1 year
  • Graduation Requirement: Minimum 36 credits, including a research project
  • Main Concentration: Intellectual Property and Innovation Policy
  • Application Mode: Online application to both KDI School and WIPO
  • Application Period: 1 June 2026, 09:00 KST to 31 July 2026, 18:00 KST
  • Classes Start: Early February 2027
  • Contact Email: [email protected]

Scholarship Benefits

The official pre-notice identifies the programme as sponsored by WIPO and KDIS and directs applicants to the Spring 2027 admission guidelines for detailed scholarship information.

The KDI School MIPD Scholarship generally supports selected students by reducing the financial burden of studying a full-time master’s programme. It helps students focus on coursework, research, policy analysis, and professional development during the one-year programme.

Applicants should confirm the final scholarship package in the detailed Spring 2027 admission guidelines before applying, because the pre-notice mainly provides programme, document, deadline, and application-process information.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the admission and scholarship requirements for the MIPD Program. Based on the official pre-notice, applicants must prepare a valid English proficiency test score unless they qualify for an exemption. KDI School clearly states that Medium of Instruction certificates are not accepted as proof of English proficiency.

Applicants should generally:

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
  • Apply to the MIPD programme through KDI School
  • Apply through the WIPO Application Portal
  • Submit valid English proficiency proof unless exempt
  • Prepare all required academic and supporting documents
  • Meet KDI School’s admission requirements

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents:

  • Online application through KDI School’s application system
  • Online Statement of Purpose
  • Bachelor’s diploma in English
  • Bachelor’s transcript in English
  • Two letters of recommendation submitted through the system
  • Valid standardised English test report
  • Proof of employment, if applicable
  • Photo
  • Master’s diploma and transcript, if applicable

KDI School states that the Statement of Purpose contains five questions, depending on the programme.

Application Process & Timeline

Follow these steps:

  1. Review the MIPD programme and scholarship pre-notice.
  2. Prepare your academic documents, English test report, recommendation letters, and Statement of Purpose.
  3. Submit the online application through KDI School’s Online Application System.
  4. Submit the separate application through the WIPO Application Portal.
  5. Complete both applications before the deadline.
  6. Wait for document review results.
  7. Attend the online interview if shortlisted.
  8. Check the final result announcement in mid-October 2026.
  9. Complete registration between October and November 2026.
  10. Begin classes in early February 2027.

KDI School states that applicants must submit applications to both institutions: KDI School and WIPO.