Are you interested in launching your own startup? Or maybe you're bursting with business ideas but don't yet feel like you have the knowledge, skills, or confidence to turn them into a reality? Then look no further, the 2023 Student Startup Challenge is the perfect event for you!
What's in store for you at the Student Startup Challenge?
The Student Startup Challenge is here to guide you through what it takes to launch a startup in just one weekend. Working in teams, we will help you come up with an idea to transform into a startup in just 48 hours. We'll teach you the necessary steps it takes and prepare you to pitch to our panel of judges for a chance to win some fantastic prizes.
Throughout the weekend, you'll have the opportunity to:
Gain knowledge from our experienced Student Enterprise team and business professionals
Acquire essential skills for launching and managing successful, customer-focused, and resource efficient businesses.
Dive into real world customer discovery, gaining practical insights to enhance your critical thinking and decision making.
Level up your pitch game to master the art of compelling storytelling, ensuring your vision resonates powerfully with key stakeholders
Meet students from across the University, and maybe meet someone with the complimentary skill-set you need for your startup team!
Join us for the Student Startup Challenge and discover how to transform your ideas into reality during an action packed, enjoyable weekend!
There will be a drinks reception on the Friday night, and we will provide dinner on both Friday & Saturday night.
When is it?
The Student Startup Challenge takes place over the weekend of Friday 10 November to Sunday 12 November.
Where is it?
Barclays Network Eagle Labs - Southampton City Centre.
About the Venue:
Eagle Labs is more than just a space, it's a creative hub. Packed with state of the art facilities, it's designed to nurture businesses from the ground up. It's a place where 'what if' ideas transform into thriving businesses.
Fantastic Prizes Await
The prizes for the 2023 Student Startup Challenge are bigger and better than ever. You'll get the chance to showcase your newfound skills and ideas to a panel of judges for fantastic prizes.
Save the Date
Applications are open now. With limited spaces available, this event is sure to fill up fast.