Startup Weekend
Immerse yourself in an action-packed weekend where you’ll turn your ideas into reality and network with like-minded students.
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What is the Startup Weekend?
Startup Weekend offers a dynamic introduction to entrepreneurship, where creativity thrives, and learning takes centre stage. In just over two days, you'll pitch ideas, form teams, and receive expert mentorship, gaining hands-on startup experience that would normally take months to acquire. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or looking to sharpen your skills, it's a chance to network, innovate, and collaborate with diverse individuals from across the University. No business idea? No problem - bring your skills and join a team to elevate an idea. With a focus on creativity, teamwork, and fast-paced learning, Startup Weekend is your gateway to fast-tracking your entrepreneurial journey.
Startup Weekend is a free event. To help us with the organisation of the event, if your application is accepted, you will receive an email inviting you to pay a refundable £15 deposit. The deposit will be fully refunded on full completion of the Startup Weekend (Friday-Sunday). You can expect to receive your refund within 3-4 weeks.
Dates, Times & Location
Startup Weekend is a weekend-long event - you will be expected to attend all three sessions listed below:
- Friday, 22nd November 2024, 18:30-21:00
- Saturday, 23rd November 2024, 10:00-18:00
- Sunday, 24th November 2024, 10:00-18:00
Location: The Hive Space, 3rd Floor, Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS)
What you'll gain:
- Showcase your own creative vision or contribute your skills and expertise to a project that resonates with your passions and interests.
- Learn all the essential skills you need to develop a startup.
- Access to experienced entrepreneurs and mentors.
- Develop a minimum viable product (MVP).
- Pitch your innovative ideas to a supportive audience and panel.
Why join?
- Experience what it’s like to launch a startup over a weekend
- Learn from experienced mentors
- Build a network of innovators and investors
- Gain hands-on experience in entrepreneurship
- Win prizes and potential funding opportunities
Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey. Register now and be part of the next big innovation!
Who can apply?
- Any current student at the University of Manchester (UG, Master’s/PGT, PGR/PhD).
- Graduates from the University of Manchester within the last 2 years (on or after 1st December 2022).
- A limited number of places will be made available for external applicants.
Startup Weekend is perfect for:
- Aspiring entrepreneurs
- Developers and programmers
- Designers and creatives
- Marketing and business professionals
- Anyone with a passion for innovation!
What is the application process?
To participate, you will register for the programme via the form here.