How to apply

Application guidance

We aim to recruit exceptional individuals from diverse backgrounds. Many of our participants are researchers or early-stage founders with a research-focused professional life, such as PhD candidates or postdoctoral researchers.

A common question we get is ‘How solid does my business idea need to be to apply’? The answer: it depends.

While your idea should be well-researched, with some initial results and an understanding of the market, the focus of the programme is primarily on developing you as an entrepreneur.

As part of your application, you’ll provide:

• A summary of your business idea including the problem it solves, who your potential customers are, and a brief overview of your initial research and results.
• Your professional biography highlighting your academic and professional background.
• A personal statement reflecting on your motivations and goals for joining the programme.
• A self-reflective piece sharing your insights and experiences from participating in EnterpriseTECH.

For applicants who are researchers, we also require confirmation of support from your research supervisor, where applicable.

To have your application considered you must have completed (or be currently on) EnterpriseTECH. We may make an occasional exception, please enquire first outlining your situation.

Your business ideas

Some of the business ideas we have helped our students develop include: