Being entrepreneurial is a foundational skill for the future, and our economy relies on the creativity, ingenuity and ambition of founders. Through our accelerators, programmes, resources and events – we help aspiring entrepreneurs from every discipline explore and launch new ventures.
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Innovation@RGU
As a university, we exist to be a place of curiosity and new thinking. We need to prepare our communities for the challenges of the future by designing new solutions. Our Entrepreneurship and Innovation Group help drive innovation and support new enterprises to create impact and contribute to Scotland’s economic prosperity.
Apply for the Startup Accelerator
Become an entrepreneur with five months of training, mentorship, incubation space and access to funding and turn your idea into a high-growth venture in the North East.
Access the Entrepreneurship Toolkit
Take the first steps to develop a new entrepreneurial idea of venture by accessing our free online toolkit of resources, topics, masterclasses and more. Book to attend our events or gain skills by visiting the toolkit on CampusMoodle.
Subscribe to the Innovation Mailing List
Keep updated on all of our activities, events, updates and startup stories by subscribing to our mailing list to get email digests a few times a month.
Being innovative is critical for the success of our society and our university. Through training programmes, events, and projects, we want to be a catalyst for curiosity and support the university to think differently, experiment with ideas, challenge norms and evolve to become a leading institution ready for the future.
Find Out MoreMeet the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Group who are responsible for supporting the development of new businesses and inspiring innovation at RGU.
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Starts: Tuesday 19 November 2024
There is a strong fear of Artificial Intelligence “taking jobs”, however not all parts of the world are progressing at the same rate. For Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, join the event to look at entrepreneurial opportunities within this topic, presented by Professor Eyad Elyan & Dr Pascal Ezenkwu.
Event
Starts: Thursday 21 November 2024
Whilst the fundamentals of IP protection are broadly similar, there are important differences in terms of nuances and procedures around the world to be aware of. For Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, join the event as we delve deeper into the world on global Intellectual Property giving a global perspective on IP rights.
Event
Starts: Wednesday 20 November 2024
Get ready to set sail with the RGU Innovation Challenge in partnership with Serco NorthLink Ferries!