This self-paced course will give you an overview of
how patentability requirements are assessed at the EPO and what objections might be raised during the process. It
includes a number of examples of different situations.
Applying for a patent can be a complex undertaking, with many different aspects to consider. The two modules that take you through the Guide for Applicants give an insight into the procedure to be followed when examining European applications and patents
in accordance with the European Patent Convention. The module on oral proceedings also shows you what happens in such proceedings relating to the examination procedure before the EPO.
This self-paced course explains the role of the EPO as appointed international searching authority and international preliminary examining authority in the process of search and examination of patent applications.
Pan-European Seal: this on-line course is mandatory for candidates in international & legal affairs (DG5).
This self-paced course will give you an overview of
how patentability requirements are assessed at the EPO and what objections might be raised during the process. It
includes a number of examples of different situations.
Applying for a patent can be a complex undertaking, with many different aspects to consider. The two modules that take you through the Guide for Applicants give an insight into the procedure to be followed when examining European applications and patents
in accordance with the European Patent Convention. The module on oral proceedings also shows you what happens in such proceedings relating to the examination procedure before the EPO.
This self-paced course explains the role of the EPO as appointed international searching authority and international preliminary examining authority in the process of search and examination of patent applications.
Pan-European Seal: this on-line course is mandatory for candidates in international & legal affairs (DG5).