Entrepreneurship at UQ

Ventures reflects the entrepreneurial spirit of our community. While you can’t predict the future, you can develop the knowledge, networks and skills to pivot between current and emerging careers and flourish wherever life takes you.

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Join us at The Princess Theatre for ilab Pitch Night, Thursday 21 March, where UQ’s startup entrepreneurs will present their cutting-edge innovations – from AI-driven platforms and digital cameras to the future of the electrical grid. Grab your ticket today.
Propel your digital, hybrid Software-As-A-Service (SaaS) or full SaaS business into rapid growth with UQ’s new dynamic 15-week Momentum Accelerator. Applications close 15 March.
Over the winter break, travel to either Singapore or Shanghai for Startup AdVentures. You’ll gain first-hand knowledge on growing an early-stage business and enhance your employability capabilities. Applications close 21 April.

 

What's it really like to launch a startup at UQ?

At UQ, we’re continuously impressed by the entrepreneurial spirit and startup ideas that come out of our UQ Ventures community.

Tom Bizzell, a Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) student and 2022 UQ’s Chief Student Entrepreneur tells us about his startup Wakeshare and his experiences with UQ Ventures.

Own the unknown

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Take advantage of 3D printers, design studios and co-working spaces.
Network with like-minded people and compete for prizes.
Explore our three Ventures locations and co-working locations.

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