Education in the north east: Up to £2K for Robert Gordon entrepreneurs

Robert Gordon University is offering up to £2000 to current or recent students who are looking to become entrepreneurs.

The university's Startup Accelerator programme looks to turn innovative ideas into award-winning ventures.

Now in its fifth year, the programme has supported 86 businesses across the region which, together, have gone on to create millions of pounds worth of economic impact.

This year's launch coincides with RGU being nominated as one of the UK’s most entrepreneurial universities at the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards in London.

Chris Moule, the university's head of entrepreneurship and innovation, said: "At RGU we now have an embedded culture of entrepreneurship, creativity and curiosity.

"We’re passionate about driving innovation and supporting new enterprises to contribute to Scotland’s economic prosperity."

Successful applicants could receive £2,000 in start-up funding as well free working facilities in Aberdeen.

Industry mentor support and five months of skills development training could also be on offer.

New starts that have been supported in the recent past include Everybodycounts Ltd which aims to change the way the world learns Maths.

Two Raccoons is a company which turns fruit waste into wine and Zephyrus Aerolabs Ltd monitors areal emissions.

Meanwhile, TrackGenesis Ltd, a Startup Accelerator participant in 2020, is now recognised as one of Aberdeen’s most innovative tech companies.

Applications welcomed before Sunday, December 11, from current RGU students or those who have graduated within the past five years.

Details on the university's website.

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