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