Venture Development Fund

Apply now for up to £5,000 in startup funding 

Applications closing soon – don’t miss out on this time-sensitive opportunity. 

Are you a current student or recent graduate (within the last two years) from the University of Edinburgh working on a high-potential startup? The Venture Development Fund is here to help accelerate your journey. 

This £25,000 pilot fund is designed to support student and graduate founders who are building ventures with the potential for significant growth or impact. This fund could help with activities such as accounting, legal or Intellectual Property support, product design or development, customer or partner development, market research or living costs. The pilot will be deployed before the end of this financial year.

Who is eligible?

• Current students at the University of Edinburgh
• Recent graduates (within the past 2 years)
• Founders working on a venture with clear potential for high growth or meaningful impact 

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to their venture and be able to clearly articulate how the funding will help them reach key milestones. A short application and pitch video are required and some applications may be invited to interview. 

What’s expected?

Successful applicants will:

• Engage with the Student Venture Creation team to track progress
• Complete a case study within a year of receiving funding 

Why apply?

This fund is designed to significantly accelerate your startup’s development and improve your ability to secure further investment or grant funding. Successful applicants will also received advice and support from a student adviser. 

This fund is available for a limited time only and will close very soon. Don’t miss the chance to take your startup to the next stage. 

Deadline 9am on Wednesday 9^th July 

Applications opening soon