Art Law
This course focuses on legal issues of relevance in an art and exhibition context.
It presents the legal basics of intellectual property (IP) with a focus on Copyright, also an overview folklore and cultural heritage, contract basics including jurisdiction and choice of law.
The course also introduces freedom of speech and “illegal” art, branding and management of rights.
Teaching Format
Lectures, seminars, and assignments. Participation in course activities is obligatory.
Assessment
The course is assessed through the evaluation of an individual written component.
Examiner
Spring 2026
Magdalena Holdar, Associate Professor
Robin McGinley
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course.
We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course,
your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.
Programme Coordinator Curating
Phone hoursMonday – Thursday 14:00 – 15:00
