At UQ, Ventures reflects the entrepreneurial spirit of our community, to be bold and adventurous in working together to find opportunities and solve challenges that create positive change locally and globally.
Fast facts
150+
students participated in overseas Startup Adventures
1000+
participants annually in our programs
$75m
Investment and grants attracted by ilab startups
22
high schools participated in Ventures Discovery workshops in 2019
200+
startup companies benefited from ilab accelerator and incubator programs
100+
entrepreneurial coursework programs available across all faculties
As one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, UQ is passionate about enriching its entrepreneurial ecosystem and creating leaders of the future.
Through UQ Ventures, entrepreneurs are supported at every stage of their journey, working alongside staff and alumni, and connecting with a wide range of global experts.
Our highly successful collaborations demonstrate that innovation is best achieved through teamwork, and that partnerships and increased stakeholder involvement can drive excellent outcomes that create change.
Together, we can find solutions to compelling technical, social, economic and environmental challenges. Nothing excites us more than seeing our ideas create impact in the world.
Dr Jessica Gallagher
Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement and Entrepreneurship)
The University of Queensland