D2 study groups
D2 study groups
Do you want to become confident in D2?
I passed Paper D at the first electronic EQE (in 2021) with 86 marks. Since then, I taught my Paper D2 methodology to more than a hundred EQE candidates.
I love the D2 part of Paper D, and I strongly believe that by doing multiple different previous exams you too can become confident in D2 and might even enjoy it!
After receiving so many positive feedbacks about last year’s Paper D2 study groups, I decided to organise three D2 groups for EQE 2025 as well.
Two groups will take place on Sundays (October-November, January-February) and include doing 4 exams together, step-by-step. A third group will include doing 3 exams together and will take place on Wednesdays (November-December). More information below.
A few feedbacks from the previous years
"The D2 study group with Zsofia is a great support in the preparation for the D exam of the EQE. The study group is focused on practical examples (exams from previous years) so you can develop your own methodology to solve the exam using Zsofia's template and teachings as a reference."
Fatima
“The main reason for me to join the group was to receive good guidance during the study period, therefore giving a proper structure to my study plan and you did not disappoint! At the end of the study group I had a solid technique and knew exactly how to tackle the paper.”
Anna Varone
"The study group with Zsofia was really helpful. Her methodology is very practical and allows you to find the answers to the questions really easily. Also, having someone doing a live exam for (and with) you, explaining tips and traps, helped me a lot. Thanks Zsofia!"
Maria
“The Paper D2 study group was very helpful for me. I had no clue where to start, since it was my first time sitting at paper D. Zsofia explained how to solve the exam step by step with her methodology. It was very helpful to solve the exam live and ask her all the doubts. Totally recommend it!”
Andrea
"Zsofia is brilliant in her management of study groups, gives a continuous support to candidates based on a more than accredited knowledge of the subject she teaches.
I liked the comfortable but demanding atmosphere created during the sessions which were very helpful for an organized and efficient EQE preparation.”
Monica
“If you feel you want to have a safe place to learn a methodology and discuss Paper D2, do not hesitate and join this group!”
Fabricio Belgrano
“It is very obvious from the first minute that Zsofia is putting in a lot of work and wants her students to succeed!”
Hermeto
"The D2 study group was very useful for me for preparing for the D2 paper. By using a step-by-step and gradual approach, Zsofia guides you through the D2 papers and shows you how to not “get lost” with all the information presented in the text. I used exactly the same methodology at the exam”.
Valeria
“I feel very fortunate to have discovered Zsofia and studied with her for the D2 exam. In my experience doing past D2 papers together with Zsofia was a very effective way to study. The whole study organisation was extremely pedagogical in my opinion. I have learned about the format of the exam, the most important substantive issues, expectations with regard to the candidates’ answers and a methodology for maximising chances for scoring high in the exam. For me Zsofia's study sessions were a safe place where I could practise in a relaxed atmosphere. After having had four sessions with Zsofia, I felt that I was well prepared for the D2 exam format and I could fully focus on solving the substantive matters at hand. I highly recommend studying with Zsofia!”
Irina Demina
“D2 study group with Zsofia is an excellent study group in order to learn how to score points, organize the information and learn from others. Highly recommended!”
Elen
“Thanks to Zsofia we learned a simple methodology for answering D2 papers. Zsofia is very helpful and we had the chance to do 4 D2 papers with her, step by step.”
Arianna P.
“It is the perfect course to practice the D2 paper; you learn to manage the time, read the entire paper and use a very useful methodology, including how to fill out the timeline-table.”
Cristina
“These D2 study groups were great to easily and overall understand how to tackle D2, with the support of Zsofia and all of the other colleagues. The tips, methodologies and insights provided for sure allowed me to do D2 with a much increased confidence.“
Mariana Oliveira
“I love the way Zsofia's D2 study group is structured. It's amazing how just 4 (albeit long) meetings can make a significant difference in one's preparation for Paper D2. Zsofia is a highly skilled tutor who knows exactly how to guide discussions for maximum benefit in each meeting. I definitely recommend it!”
Claudia
"Thanks to Zsofia's paper D2 course, I learned a fast and efficient methodology to deal with any type of paper D2. Furthermore, I had the opportunity to apply the methodology during the course more than once. This helped me become more confident and quicker in writing the answers.”
Elena
“It is the combination of detailed and precise case handling and a clear, concise and detailed answer to the questions asked that leads to success. Zsofia taught us all that in the group - thank you for that! Well, and the other prerequisite to success is learning, learning, learning, practicing, practicing, practicing and knowing a lot of things by heart already....
So, thanks again for the great training! It was fun to learn in the European group with many nice and eager to learn fellow candidates.”
Kristina
“Joining your group helped me in keeping my study plan on track, maintain (and honestly sometimes even find 😉) my motivation and focus on time management. The best thing is that you are very approachable, receptive, flexible yet focussed and patient, a combination of great qualities that I would expect to find in my tutor/mentor.”
Kanika Oswal
“I really recommend to join to D2 study group, Zsofia's methodology is very good and straightforward so you optimize your time in D2, which is very important! I like that by doing this methodology, you first fill the table with all the information given in the paper so you have the whole picture in your mind, then analyze all the patent applications by subject-matter which is very helpful to structure all the information and afterwards is easier to solve the rest of the questions and to detect the improvements.”
A.P.
November-December
Weekday afternoon edition
Dates (2024):
13 November (Wednesday),
27 November (Wednesday),
11 December (Wednesday)
(EQE 2025 Paper D will be held on Tuesday, 11 March.)
Time: Wednesdays from 15:00 (CET), every meeting about 5-6 hours long.
Places: Minimum 8, maximum 15 (on a first come, first served basis)
Exams we will discuss: 2009, 2015 and 2017 D2 exams
This study group will include the discussion of different exams than the weekend study groups, so you can join this one in addition to any of the longer D2 study groups.
This D2 study group consists of 3 long meetings, taking place on Wednesday afternoons.
Method: We will do 3 different, old D2 exams together. No preparation is necessary from your end, you just have to show up.
These will be longer meetings where we will read, analyse and discuss all issues together during the meeting, and you can ask me (and the others) anything, anytime. It’s absolutely up to you if you want to be more active or passive during the meetings, I will not force anything.
This D2 study group program includes:
3 online group meetings with Zsofia (held via Zoom) on Wednesday evenings, altogether about 16-18 hours of training.
Doing and discussing 3 previous D2 exams together, step by step, taking the time to make sure that everyone understands every legal issue.
Learning a simple but great methodology and an efficient way to approach the D2 paper at the electronic EQE.
A progressive study plan: every session will be a bit different.
Fully online meetings, allowing you to join from anywhere.
A copy of the recorded sessions and answers (for the group members only) so that you can rewatch any parts of the meetings in case you cannot join for the full period.
Correction of your answers is not included in the fee.
Registration is no longer possible.
January-February
Sunday edition
Dates (2025):
12 January (Sunday),
26 January (Sunday),
9 February (Sunday),
23 February (Sunday)
(EQE 2025 Paper D will be held on Tuesday, 11 March.)
Meetings: Sundays from 10:00 (CET), every meeting about 6-6.5 hours long. The usual end time is around 16:30 (CET).
Places: Minimum 8, maximum 15 (on a first come, first served basis)
Exams we will discuss: same exams as in the October-November D2 study group
This is a long study group, taking place on Sundays.
Method: We will do 4 different, old D2 exams together on Sundays. No preparation is necessary from your end, you just have to show up.
These will be longer meetings where we will read, analyse and discuss all issues together during the meeting, and you can ask me (and the others) anything, anytime. It’s absolutely up to you if you want to be more active or passive during the meetings, I will not force anything.
This D2 study group program includes:
4 online group meetings with Zsofia (held on Zoom) on Sundays, altogether about 24-26 hours of training.
Doing and discussing 4 previous D2 exams together, step by step, taking the time to make sure that everyone understands every legal issue.
Learning a simple but great methodology and an efficient way to approach the D2 paper at the electronic EQE.
A progressive study plan: every session will be a bit different. During our first meeting, we will literally do every step together to practice the methodology, but during the last session you will have the chance to try to do most of the exam under time pressure, alone. (Of course, we will discuss everything during the last meeting as well.) This way, you will become confident in Paper D2!
Fully online meetings, allowing you to join from anywhere.
A copy of the recorded sessions and answers (for the group members only) so that you can rewatch any parts of the meetings in case you cannot join for the full period.
Correction of your answers is not included in the fee.
This D2 study group has been fully booked.
October-November
Sunday edition
Dates (2024):
13 October (Sunday),
20 October (Sunday),
3 November (Sunday),
17 November (Sunday)
(EQE 2025 Paper D will be held on Tuesday, 11 March.)
Meetings: Sundays from 10:00 (CET), every meeting about 6-6.5 hours long. The usual end time is around 16:30 (CET).
Places: Minimum 8, maximum 15 (on a first come, first served basis)
Exams we will discuss: 2011 Paper D2, 2014 Paper D2, 2016 Paper D2, 2021 Paper D2 (The list of exams is not final yet, I reserve the right to change them – just to make sure the exams are different and the course is as helpful as possible.)
Sorry, this study group has been fully booked.
This is a long study group, taking place on Sundays.
Method: We will do 4 different, old D2 exams together on Sundays. No preparation is necessary from your end, you just have to show up.
These will be longer meetings where we will read, analyse and discuss all issues together during the meeting, and you can ask me (and the others) anything, anytime. It’s absolutely up to you if you want to be more active or passive during the meetings, I will not force anything.
This D2 study group program includes:
4 long online group meetings with Zsofia (held via Zoom) on Sundays, altogether about 24-26 hours of training.
Doing and discussing 4 previous D2 exams together, step by step, taking the time to make sure that everyone understands every legal issue.
Learning a simple but great methodology and an efficient way to approach the D2 paper at the electronic EQE.
A progressive study plan: every session will be a bit different. During our first meeting, we will literally do every step together to practice the methodology, but during the last session you will have the chance to try to do most of the exam under time pressure, alone. (Of course, we will discuss everything during the last meeting as well.) This way, you will become confident in Paper D2!
Fully online meetings, allowing you to join from anywhere.
A copy of the recorded sessions and answers (for the group members only) so that you can rewatch any parts of the meetings in case you cannot join for the full period.
Correction of your answers is not included in the fee.
Ask your employer to support you financially!
However, if you are not that lucky, I will provide 20% discount from the fee.
My offer applies to all D2 study groups.