EQE Paper M3 courses

Paper M3

This paper assesses whether the candidate can assess, draft and develop patent documentation and submissions, based on documents and instructions from the client. This can be at the stage of filing an application, opposition or appeal, or responding to an official communication, a notice of opposition, a statement of grounds of appeal or an invitation to oral proceedings, but is not limited to these.

For a thorough understanding of the introduction to the New EQE, including its relationship with the current/old EQE format, please consult “Navigating the EQE format changes” overview prepared by epi. To access regulations and notices pertaining to the EQE, please visit the official website of EPO.

Main Exam Paper M3 – EIPEF

M3 is the final substantive paper of the EQE. It comprises three parts, which all have to be passed in the same year. M3 Part 1 is focused on claim drafting, M2 Part 2 on amending and defending claims and M3 Part 3 on attacking claims. The skills that are tested in the three parts of M3 are similar to those tested in the papers A, B and C of the classic EQE, but the context in which these skills are tested and the structure of the parts of the paper will vary.

The course builds on the knowledge and skills that candidates have developed with respect to EPC-substantive topics in their preparations for the Foundation Module and papers M1 and M2. Special attention will be given to the different contexts in which the cases of the three parts of M3 could be set.

While still providing a theoretical framework where necessary, the course is focused on building practical skills. Cases and mock exams play a key role in the course programme. The course is designed to be highly interactive, so it is expected that for the online sessions participants will turn their cameras on and participate actively.

This course is aimed at candidates who plan to sit the M3 paper in 2027. We strongly advise candidates to prepare for papers M3 and M4 in the same year.

Start date
Duration
Location
16 September 2026
5 full and 7 half days
Hybrid training
Paper M3 Distance Learning

M3 is the final substantive paper of the EQE. It comprises three parts, which all have to be passed in the same year. M3 Part 1 is focused on claim drafting, M2 Part 2 on amending and defending claims and M3 Part 3 on attacking claims. The skills that are tested in the three parts of M3 are similar to those tested in the papers A, B and C of the classic EQE, but the context in which these skills are tested and the structure of the parts of the paper will vary.

The course builds on the knowledge and skills that candidates have developed with respect to EPC-substantive topics in their preparations for the Foundation Module and papers M1 and M2. Special attention will be given to the different contexts in which the cases of the three parts of M3 could be set.

While still providing a theoretical framework where necessary, the course is focused on building practical skills. Cases and mock exams play a key role in the course programme. The course is designed to be highly interactive, so it is expected that for the online sessions participants will turn their cameras on and participate actively.

This course is aimed at candidates who plan to sit the M3 paper in 2027. We strongly advise candidates to prepare for papers M3 and M4 in the same year.

Start date
Duration
Location
07 September 2026
3 full and 11 half days
Online training
Paper M3 Methodology

M3 is the final substantive paper and involves claim drafting, amending and defending claims and attacking claims. While some skills that are tested in the three parts of M3 are similar to those tested in the papers A, B and C of the classic EQE, the exam cases in M3 are expected to be quite different in terms of setting, structure and expected advisory skills. We therefore strongly advise resitters to take a dedicated M3 course in order to be well prepared as the exam.

The course builds on the knowledge and skills that candidates have developed with respect to EPC-substantive topics in their preparations for F, M1 and M2. Special attention will be given to the different contexts in which the cases of the three parts of M3 could be set.

The course is focused on building practical skills as can be expected in the exam. Cases play a key role in the course programme. The course is designed to be highly interactive, so it is expected that for the online sessions participants will turn their cameras on and participate actively.

This course is aimed at candidates who plan to sit the M3 paper in 2027. We strongly advise candidates to prepare for papers M3 and M4 in the same year.

Start date
Duration
Location
28 September 2026
4 days
Online training
13 October 2026
4 days
Milan
16 November 2026
4 days
Online training
24 November 2026
4 days
Copenhagen
30 November 2026
4 days
London
08 December 2026
4 days
Online training
Paper M3 Guided Exam

M3 is the final substantive paper and involves claim drafting, amending and defending claims and attacking claims. While some skills that are tested in the three parts of M3 are similar to those tested in the papers A, B and C of the classic EQE, the exam cases in M3 are expected to be quite different in terms of setting, structure and expected advisory skills. We therefore strongly advise resitters to take a dedicated M3 course in order to be well prepared as the exam.

The course is helps candidates to get to grips with the new M3 paper and offers the opportunity to practice two full mock papers (each one containing a Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3). Prior to the course, participants will be given access to a mock exam in WISEflow. Participants are expected to hand in their answers before the course. The answers to this mock exam will be discussed during the course. A second mock exam will be practiced during the course, guided and assisted by the tutor.

The mock exams that are used in the course are specially designed by the tutors of DeltaPatents, so they provide exclusive additional training material for candidates to practice with in preparation for the M3 paper. The course is designed to be highly interactive, so it is expected that for the online sessions participants will turn their cameras on and participate actively.

This course is aimed at candidates who plan to sit the M3 paper in 2027. We strongly advise candidates to prepare for papers M3 and M4 in the same year.

Start date
Duration
Location
01 February 2027
2 days
Online training
Mock Exam 1 M3.1

Practice a few weeks before the real exam in order to adjust your method, on papers as close as possible to the final exam. Get an evaluation on your level for each paper, thanks to a personalized marking of each paper, comments and advices from the tutor, in particular on the methodology used and the structure of your answer.
Based on the outcome, make final adjustments to your methodology before the exam.
Please note that we will use WISEflow for this course.
2 different mock exams are organized, based on 2 different papers, which have been designed by the tutor.

  • Mock Exam 1 M3.1
  • Mock Exam 2 M3.1
Start date
Duration
Location
01 February 2027
1 day
Online training
Mock Exam 2 M3.1

Practice a few weeks before the real exam in order to adjust your method, on papers as close as possible to the final exam. Get an evaluation on your level for each paper, thanks to a personalized marking of each paper, comments and advices from the tutor, in particular on the methodology used and the structure of your answer.
Based on the outcome, make final adjustments to your methodology before the exam.
Please note that we will use WISEflow for this course.
2 different mock exams are organized, based on 2 different papers, which have been designed by the tutor.

  • Mock Exam 1 M3.1
  • Mock Exam 2 M3.1
Start date
Duration
Location
09 February 2027
1 day
Online training
Mock Exam 1 M3.2

Practice a few weeks before the real exam in order to adjust your method, on papers as close as possible to the final exam. Get an evaluation on your level for each paper, thanks to a personalized marking of each paper, comments and advices from the tutor, in particular on the methodology used and the structure of your answer.
Based on the outcome, make final adjustments to your methodology before the exam.
Please note that we will use WISEflow for this course.
2 different mock exams are organized, based on 2 different papers, which have been designed by the tutor.

  • Mock Exam 1 M3.2
  • Mock Exam 2 M3.2
Start date
Duration
Location
04 January 2027
1 day
Online training
Mock Exam 2 M3.2

Practice a few weeks before the real exam in order to adjust your method, on papers as close as possible to the final exam. Get an evaluation on your level for each paper, thanks to a personalized marking of each paper, comments and advices from the tutor, in particular on the methodology used and the structure of your answer.
Based on the outcome, make final adjustments to your methodology before the exam.
Please note that we will use WISEflow for this course.
2 different mock exams are organized, based on 2 different papers, which have been designed by the tutor.

  • Mock Exam 1 M3.2
  • Mock Exam 2 M3.2
Start date
Duration
Location
10 February 2027
1 day
Online training
Mock Exam 1 M3.3

Practice a few weeks before the real exam in order to adjust your method, on papers as close as possible to the final exam. Get an evaluation on your level for each paper, thanks to a personalized marking of each paper, comments and advices from the tutor, in particular on the methodology used and the structure of your answer.
Based on the outcome, make final adjustments to your methodology before the exam.
Please note that we will use WISEflow for this course.
2 different mock exams are organized, based on 2 different papers, which have been designed by the tutor.

  • Mock Exam 1 M3.3
  • Mock Exam 2 M3.3
Start date
Duration
Location
15 December 2026
1 day
Online training
Mock Exam 2 M3.3

Practice a few weeks before the real exam in order to adjust your method, on papers as close as possible to the final exam. Get an evaluation on your level for each paper, thanks to a personalized marking of each paper, comments and advices from the tutor, in particular on the methodology used and the structure of your answer.
Based on the outcome, make final adjustments to your methodology before the exam.
Please note that we will use WISEflow for this course.
2 different mock exams are organized, based on 2 different papers, which have been designed by the tutor.

  • Mock Exam 1 M3.3
  • Mock Exam 2 M3.3
Start date
Duration
Location
11 February 2027
1 day
Online training

EQE Epreuve M3 en français

EQE Epreuve M3.1

Ce cours intensif de 2 jours a pour but de donner aux participants les moyens de réussir l’épreuve A (rédaction d’une demande) de l’EQE. A la suite de ce cours, les participants seront armés pour analyser l’art antérieur et la lettre du client afin de définir des revendications nouvelles, inventives et claires fournissant au client une protection maximale pour l’épreuve A. Les candidats seront capables d’identifier des indices importants dans les épreuves, conduisant à la solution
attendue, et pourront rédiger des revendications et une description de manière structurée pour l’épreuve A. 
 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Start date
Duration
Location
21 September 2026
2 day
Torreilles
21 September 2026
2 day
Online training
EQE Epreuve M3.2

Ce cours intensif de 2 jours a pour but de donner aux participants les moyens de réussir l’épreuve M3.2 de
l’EQE. A la suite de ce cours, les participants auront appris à analyser l’art antérieur, la lettre du client, la demande telle que déposée ainsi que la notification, afin de définir des revendications nouvelles, inventives et claires fournissant au client une protection maximale. Les candidats seront capables d’identifier des indices importants dans les épreuves, conduisant à la solution attendue, et pourront rapidement modifier les revendications et répondre à la notification. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Start date
Duration
Location
05 October 2026
2 day
Torreilles
05 October 2026
2 day
Online training
EQE Epreuve M3.3

Ce cours intensif de 3 jours a pour but de donner aux participants les moyens d’analyser les documents d’examen de l’épreuve M3.3. A la suite de ce cours, les participants seront armés pour analyser la lettre du client et extraire de manière efficace l’information pertinente du brevet ou de la demande devant être attaqués, et de l’art antérieur. Les participants seront capables d’identifier les attaques importantes et de les exécuter de manière structurée, dans le but d’obtenir le
nombre suffisant de points dans le temps imparti. Le cours donne des clés sur la manière efficace de gérer son temps pendant l’examen. Les participants apprendront également à appliquer efficacement la méthodologie enseignée, sur des épreuves passées, en conditions réelles.

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.
 

Start date
Duration
Location
23 September 2026
3 day
Torreilles
23 September 2026
3 day
Online training
Examen Blanc 1 M3.1

S’entraîner 1 à 2 mois avant l’examen pour peaufiner sa méthode sur des examens proches de l’examen final. Pouvoir évaluer son niveau aux différentes épreuves grâce à une correction et des commentaires personnalisés du tuteur, en particulier sur la méthode utilisée par le candidat et la structure de sa réponse. Pouvoir ajuster sa méthode avant l’examen final. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Les 2 épreuves proposées portent sur 2 sujets différents, conçus par le tuteur: 

  • Examen Blanc 1 M3.1
  • Examen Blanc 2 M3.1
Start date
Duration
Location
14 January 2027
1 day
Online training
Examen Blanc 2 M3.1

S’entraîner 1 à 2 mois avant l’examen pour peaufiner sa méthode sur des examens proches de l’examen final. Pouvoir évaluer son niveau aux différentes épreuves grâce à une correction et des commentaires personnalisés du tuteur, en particulier sur la méthode utilisée par le candidat et la structure de sa réponse. Pouvoir ajuster sa méthode avant l’examen final. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Les 2 épreuves proposées portent sur 2 sujets différents, conçus par le tuteur: 

  • Examen Blanc 1 M3.1
  • Examen Blanc 2 M3.1
Start date
Duration
Location
27 January 2027
1 day
Online training
Examen Blanc 1 M3.2

S’entraîner 1 à 2 mois avant l’examen pour peaufiner sa méthode sur des examens proches de l’examen final. Pouvoir évaluer son niveau aux différentes épreuves grâce à une correction et des commentaires personnalisés du tuteur, en particulier sur la méthode utilisée par le candidat et la structure de sa réponse. Pouvoir ajuster sa méthode avant l’examen final. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Les 2 épreuves proposées portent sur 2 sujets différents, conçus par le tuteur: 

  • Examen Blanc 1 M3.2
  • Examen Blanc 2 M3.2
Start date
Duration
Location
05 January 2027
1 day
Online training
Examen Blanc 2 M3.2

S’entraîner 1 à 2 mois avant l’examen pour peaufiner sa méthode sur des examens proches de l’examen final. Pouvoir évaluer son niveau aux différentes épreuves grâce à une correction et des commentaires personnalisés du tuteur, en particulier sur la méthode utilisée par le candidat et la structure de sa réponse. Pouvoir ajuster sa méthode avant l’examen final. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Les 2 épreuves proposées portent sur 2 sujets différents, conçus par le tuteur: 

  • Examen Blanc 1 M3.2
  • Examen Blanc 2 M3.2
Start date
Duration
Location
04 February 2027
1 day
Online training
Examen Blanc 1 M3.3

S’entraîner 1 à 2 mois avant l’examen pour peaufiner sa méthode sur des examens proches de l’examen final. Pouvoir évaluer son niveau aux différentes épreuves grâce à une correction et des commentaires personnalisés du tuteur, en particulier sur la méthode utilisée par le candidat et la structure de sa réponse. Pouvoir ajuster sa méthode avant l’examen final. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Les 2 épreuves proposées portent sur 2 sujets différents, conçus par le tuteur: 

  • Examen Blanc 1 M3.3
  • Examen Blanc 2 M3.3
Start date
Duration
Location
14 December 2026
1 day
Online training
Examen Blanc 2 M3.3

S’entraîner 1 à 2 mois avant l’examen pour peaufiner sa méthode sur des examens proches de l’examen final. Pouvoir évaluer son niveau aux différentes épreuves grâce à une correction et des commentaires personnalisés du tuteur, en particulier sur la méthode utilisée par le candidat et la structure de sa réponse. Pouvoir ajuster sa méthode avant l’examen final. 

Le cas échéant, nous utiliserons WISEflow, ce qui vous permettra de vous familiariser avec le système utilisé pendant l’e-EQE.

Les 2 épreuves proposées portent sur 2 sujets différents, conçus par le tuteur: 

  • Examen Blanc 1 M3.3
  • Examen Blanc 2 M3.3
Start date
Duration
Location
28 January 2027
1 day
Online training

Who is DeltaPatents?

We have more than 20 years of experience in EQE training. This provides a solid basis for our extensive range of IP courses. Our training courses focus on giving insight and understanding, and ensuring that the acquired knowledge can be practically applied.

At DeltaPatents we thoroughly train and guide our tutors. For our tutors, training is a more than a profession; it is mastered by teamwork. As our tutors spend most of their time preparing and giving courses, they are very experienced and knowledgeable. We take feedback of attendants seriously and act on it. For us, quality and customer satisfaction are essential.

Meet the tutors

Nyske Blokhuis is an experienced tutor for the EQE. Her current focus is on the substantive papers of the EQE (F-Part 2, M1, M3). She is a European Patent Attorney in the field of Mechanical engineering and materials technology.

 

Jelle HoekstraJelle Hoekstra is a tutor for the Foundation, all Main Exam Papers and IP Administrators’ courses. He is a European Patent Attorney. Jelle is author of the book “Methodology for Paper C” and of the book “References to the European Patent Convention”.

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