Easiest way to get a Stem Degree please (required for patent exams)

[reawakeningambition]

Hello mumsnet,
I'm a patent lawyer and because of the way things are going in our profession I want to convert to being a patent attorney. A STEM degree is a prerequisite for sitting the relevant patent attorney exams.

I need to carry on the day job and not blow the bank so I'm after something at the easier end of the scale (the later patent exams will be challenging enough!).

I have an A level in pure maths&statistics at grade A from 1988 and O levels in chemistry and biology.
In the 1990s I passed OU foundation-level courses in science and maths but these have now "expired". I could repeat them...

Truthfully I'm after something quick&dirty! Don't be cross please.
I'm obviously used to mastering scientific concepts from my career to date but you end up with a deep but narrow knowledge of something very advanced that you then brain-dump at the end of the case.

Thank you.

[RandomlyGenerated]

How about a Masters in something like Data Science?

[QueenMortifauxcado]

The masters is quicker. You won't have a problem getting on it and I don't think you'd struggle with the work. I'm doing it at the moment with no previous degree and averaging 78%.

[7461Mary18]

I found this
" Foundation Examinations
To be eligible to undertake any of the PEB Foundation Examinations candidates must hold a degree awarded by a UK institution in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics subject (a STEM degree).
Candidates holding a degree not awarded by a UK institution must provide a statement of comparability from NARIC with their application form.
If a candidate does not hold a STEM degree they may apply to the PEB to have alternative qualifications and/or experience considered.
The PEB will recognise any request for eligibility previously granted by the JEB. "

So what you need to find out is whether an experienced IP solicitor with years of patent experience for example is held to be eligible without a science degree and can then take the initial and final PEB exams.

[reawakeningambition]

you guys are great, it's like having an army behind me :)

[mousehole]

Hi reawakenigambition - how did you get on, I am a patent attorney and can offer some advice. PM me if still interested :)