As exam season approaches, many master’s students studying EU Law say they are finding problem questions on the Free Movement of Goods especially difficult to structure. Students report feeling overwhelmed by complex legal principles, key case law, and uncertainty about how to apply Articles 34 to 36 TFEU in a clear and organized way during timed exams.
Several students have shared concerns about not knowing where to begin when faced with a practical scenario involving measures equivalent to quantitative restrictions, mandatory requirements, or possible justifications under EU law. Many say that despite understanding the theory, turning that knowledge into a well-structured legal answer remains one of the biggest challenges in their preparation.
The issue has sparked wider discussion among law students online, with many calling for universities to place greater focus on exam technique, legal structure, and practical application rather than memorization alone.
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