Power Her Up

Power Her Up is a ten-week programme where women entrepreneurs build the foundation to take a high-growth, high-impact idea and turn it into a venture that solves a real-world problem.

Running from January to March, you'll learn directly from founders and industry experts who've done it themselves, get one-to-one advice tailored to your venture and build real connections with a cohort of women founders on the same path.

Whether you're about to launch or still in the early days, Power Her Up gives you the tools, confidence and community to take your next step — for a new venture or a potential spinout.

Who's it for?
Anyone who identifies as a woman, including trans women, intersex and non-binary individuals, who's a current student, recent graduate or staff member at the University of Edinburgh. 

We especially encourage applications from STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine) sectors, though all high-growth, high-impact ideas are welcome.

We're looking for applicants who:

• Have completed market research and some level of customer validation
• Are ready to submit a Lean Business Canvas
• Provide a one-minute pitch video as part of your application

This isn't for raw or underdeveloped ideas — we're looking for applicants who are ready to take the next step, whether you're about to launch your business, or you're in the early stages of getting it off the ground.

By the end of the programme, you'll walk away with:

• A clearer, validated path forward - whether that's launching or growing what you've already started.
• Core business skills to take your idea to the next stage
• One-to-one guidance from experienced advisers and industry experts
• A community of women founders to keep learning and growing with
• A digital badge to showcase your learning and achievements
• The chance to pitch and showcase your venture to the wider ecosystem at our pitch-off event. 

Programme details 

All sessions are delivered in-person and it is expected that you attend all sessions within the programme, however, we understand that life happens, so while we encourage participants to join all sessions, don't worry if you can't make it to one – our team will catch you up.

Full schedule coming soon. 

Power Her Up will return for 2027, with applications opening in September 2026.