MIPEF: Bringing ideas to market – Entry level

Entry-level online course developed by the European Patent Office / European Patent Academy for STEM students. It introduces intellectual property, patent basics, patent information and IP strategy, with a focus on protecting inventions and bringing them to market.
"Course Completion Requirements:
1. Completion of all 5 modules
2. A minimum score of 80 out of 100 points on each module's final quiz
3. Final exam – a minimum score of 70 out of 100 points is required

The final exam will take place from December 14, 2026, to December 21, 2026."

1) Introduction to IP; 2) Patent basics; 3) Introduction to patent information; 4) Patent information in practice (Espacenet); 5) Developing an IP strategy.