University of Queensland
ilab Accelerator runs for six-months each year and offers a $20,000 equity-free grant to each team. The program also includes workshops, mentoring, an Entrepreneur in Residence, p…
University of Queensland at a glance
| Address | Brisbane, Australia |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 2 standing programmes |
| Official website | ventures.uq.edu.au/programs/ilab-accelerator |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at University of Queensland, separate from the funding calls above.
ilab Accelerator
AcceleratorA 12-week program designed to fast-track UQ student, staff, and alumni startups, providing a structured curriculum, expert-led sessions, mentoring, and networking.
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Participants receive a SAFE note investment and access 24/7 co-working space and makerspace. The program focuses on refining value propositions, building go-to-market strategies, and preparing for early funding opportunities. Eligibility requires at least one UQ-affiliated founder and a clear solution with evidence of market research or traction. Participating in the Accelerator program is a full-time commitment.
Startup AdVentures
FellowshipA 4-week learning experience for selected UQ students specializing in innovation and entrepreneurship with local, regional, and global startup communities.
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Students are allocated to a startup to gain first-hand experience, learning about founding, investing, and growing an early-stage business. The program runs three times a year during summer and winter semester breaks. Inclusions are return flights, accommodation, a stipend, startup matching, program schedule, and UQ Travel Insurance. Eligibility requires being a UQ student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0, 18 years of age or over, and demonstrated entrepreneurial activity and education. Participants must commit to full-time, in-person participation at the host startup.
Incubation tracks
The routes into University of Queensland, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ilab AcceleratorFor early-stage ventures, typically at or near product-ready stage and pre- or early revenue. Open to teams with at least one UQ-affiliated founder (current student, staff, or alumnus). Startups should have a clear solution, validated value proposition, and evidence of early market research or traction. | Acceleration | — | structured curriculum, expert-led sessions on business strategy, product development, go-to-market planning, and investor readiness, experienced Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EiRs), mentoring, access to Queensland’s startup and investor networks, 24/7 co-working space, makerspace, regular seminars, mentors, Entrepreneur in Residence, network of professionals and potential investors, Partnership benefits from Google, Microsoft, AWS, Hubspot, Matlab, Makerspace, Pitch event, SAFE note investment from UniQuest |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
24/7 co-working space
makerspace
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About University of Queensland
UQ Ventures offers programs designed to support UQ student, staff, and alumni startups. The ilab Accelerator is a 12-week program that provides a structured curriculum, expert-led sessions on business strategy, product development, go-to-market planning, and investor readiness. It also offers experienced Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, mentoring, networking opportunities, and access to 24/7 co-working space and a makerspace. Additionally, UQ Ventures runs Startup AdVentures, which are 4-week learning experiences where UQ students are placed with local or global startups to gain direct experience in innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Frequently asked questions about University of Queensland
What does University of Queensland do?
UQ Ventures offers programs designed to support UQ student, staff, and alumni startups. The ilab Accelerator is a 12-week program that provides a structured curriculum, expert-led sessions on business strategy, product development, go-to-market planning, and investor readiness.
Where is University of Queensland located?
University of Queensland is located at Brisbane, Australia.
What programs does University of Queensland run?
University of Queensland runs ilab Accelerator and Startup AdVentures.
What facilities does University of Queensland offer?
University of Queensland offers 24/7 co-working space and makerspace.
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