Learn first-hand knowledge from innovative startup communities.
The Ventures Brisbane Startup AdVenture is a part-time, three-month learning experience. Startup Adventures is crossing paths with the Ventures ilab Accelerator — one of Australia's most experienced accelerators.
Selected students will learn alongside some of Brisbane's best local startups to gain first-hand knowledge on founding, investing, and growing an early-stage business. Places are limited.
Upcoming programs
- Tel Aviv (in-person) full-time 18 Nov – 24 Dec 2023
- San Francisco (in-person) full-time 14 Jan – 13 Feb 2024
Interviews (Successful candidates only). Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 September.
Applications are now closed for Startup AdVentures.
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Challenge
yourself
and develop new skills and capabilites
Gain hands-on
experience
and learn from inspirational innovators
Your AdVenture
What to expect?
- Experience one of Australia's premier accelerator programs first-hand
- Undertake your own project (agreed with your startup) to extend your learning experience
- Network with local startups and leaders in innovation
- Develop your entrepreneurial skills with a program of workshops delivered by the Ventures team
- Collaborate with your peers and build your connections through team building activities and social activities
Outcomes
- Complete a real-world business project that you can add to your portfolio
- Develop and apply entrepreneurial skills highly sought by employers across all industries
- Gain confidence in presenting and pitching
- Be mentored by business professionals
- Gain insight into startup and innovation trends in Brisbane
- Grow your networks and connections
- Form new friendships and professional relationships within the local startup scene!
Participation details
Cost
If accepted to the Startup AdVenture you are required to pay a non-refundable AUD$89 to support administrative and event costs. The remaining cost of your participation will be covered through a UQ grant. We will work with all successful participants to ensure you have the correct funding before you begin the program.
Eligibility
To apply you must:
- Be 18 years or over
- Be available for and ready to commit to the full length of the program
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0
- Remain enrolled at UQ for the duration of the program (i.e. not in your final semester or expecting to graduate prior to the end of the program)
Course credit
Some students may be able to receive course credit for participation in Startup AdVentures if they enrol in a relevant elective topic. Please read the full program details for further information.
Application process
Startup AdVentures have a merit-based, competitive application process. To apply, submit an online application form. A selection panel will review the applications and all successful and unsuccessful students will be notified by email within four weeks of the program start date.
Read the full program details and FAQs