Listen "EQE 2025: A strong step forward"
Episode Synopsis
Are you curious about the sweeping changes coming to the European Qualifying Examination (EQE)? In the first episode of our series on the modernised EQE, experts explain the changes made to the exam and how these improvements will transform the way candidates are trained and tested. Join us as we explore the highlights of EQE reform, delve into its goals and benefits and share what future EQE candidates can expect as they embark on their path to becoming qualified patent professionals!
Moderator: Andrew Hards, European Patent Attorney and EQE tutor
Guests:
Xavier Seuba, Principal Director Patent Intelligence, European Patent Office
Tiem Reijns, member of the EQE working group and Vice-President of the Institute of Professional Representatives before the EPO
Further information:
All EQE 2025 podcasts (playlist)
Learning resources for EQE and EPAC candidates
Online "Preparing for EQE Paper F” course
EQE Guide for Preparation
Learn more about the EQE
Music credits:
Opening background music: AudioCoffee, https://freesound.org/people/AudioCoffee/sounds/736804/
Introductory/closing background sound for testimonial:
Ambient Crescendo 001B by nlux, https://freesound.org/s/620790/; License: Attribution 4.0
Moderator: Andrew Hards, European Patent Attorney and EQE tutor
Guests:
Xavier Seuba, Principal Director Patent Intelligence, European Patent Office
Tiem Reijns, member of the EQE working group and Vice-President of the Institute of Professional Representatives before the EPO
Further information:
All EQE 2025 podcasts (playlist)
Learning resources for EQE and EPAC candidates
Online "Preparing for EQE Paper F” course
EQE Guide for Preparation
Learn more about the EQE
Music credits:
Opening background music: AudioCoffee, https://freesound.org/people/AudioCoffee/sounds/736804/
Introductory/closing background sound for testimonial:
Ambient Crescendo 001B by nlux, https://freesound.org/s/620790/; License: Attribution 4.0
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