AI Accelerator

The AI Accelerator is where ambitious AI-driven businesses come to grow. Over six months, you’ll get the support, connections, and expertise you need to tackle global challenges and create real-world impact. From AgriTech to FinTech, this is about accelerating high-growth ventures into global success stories.

Why join us?

  • Retain your equity: Get the support you need, a stipend and pathways to further investment
  • Learn from the best: Hands-on workshops and one-to-one mentoring with people who’ve scaled businesses before
  • Build your network: Connect with investors, advisers, customers, partners, and future employees
  • Tap into Edinburgh’s AI scene: Work with world-class researchers and student talent
  • Make Bayes your base: Enjoy complimentary office space in the heart of Edinburgh’s tech community, yours to use throughout the programme and beyond
  • Stay supported: Our dedicated team and peer network are with you every step of the way

 

Who can apply?

AI-focused entrepreneurs and scaleups from anywhere in the world. You don’t need to be connected to the University of Edinburgh or even based in the UK — you just need to be excited about joining Scotland’s AI and data community.

 

Where does it take place?

The programme features monthly in-person workshops at the Bayes Centre, held over a couple of days, complemented by additional activities delivered online. It’s a chance to connect with academics, fellow entrepreneurs, and industry leaders — all working together to scale bold innovations into industry-leading solutions. We will also organise two trips to London including a showcase. 

 

Key dates: 

  • Online information session – Thursday 10th April 16:00-16:30 

  • In person information session (Bayes Centre) - Monday 28th April 16:00-16:45 

  • Pre-qualification closes – 12 noon on Wed 14th May 

  • Application closes – 9AM on Monday 19th May 

  • Selection panels – 11th, 12th or 17th June (online)

  • Decisions communicated to applicants – end June 

  • Programme Start Date – 17th September (in Edinburgh)

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