WHERE IDEAS FUEL INNOVATION

Rewarding brilliant minds with fantastic growth opportunities

ABOUT

The CIDAUK Business Innovation Competition is an ambitious initiative...

...designed to harness and showcase the innovative talents of UK university students, particularly those in technology-related fields. Students at and above the PhD level are invited to present their cutting-edge tech ideas and business plans.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

The competition delivers a wide range of exceptional benefits to both students and universities.

A generous startup funding ranging from £100,000 to £300,000 and a wide range of business support will be awarded to the winning entry.

Prize Awards

FOR STUDENTS

An invaluable opportunity for tech students to gain exposure, receive critical feedback from industry leaders, and potentially secure funding to bring their ideas to fruition

FOR UNIVERSITIES

Enhanced reputation and the opportunity to showcase the strength of their academic programmes and their role in fostering innovation

PRIZE AWARDS

Comprehensive support

Here are some of the prize awards that are on offer to the winning entry, ensuring the best possible start for a new tech venture

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Start-up Funding

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Mentorship

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Networking Opportunities

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Legal & Financial Consulting

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Business Development Support

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Resource Access

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ABOUT CIDAUK INCUBATOR

Bridging the gap between burgeoning startups and affluent Asian investors

The CIDAUK Incubator stands out for its unique proposition: a symbiosis of substantial financial backing and an extensive network of global advisors, mentors, and academic partnerships.

CIDAUK Incubator In Numbers

700+

BUSINESSES SUPPORTED

500+

INNOVATIVE PROJECTS FACILITATED

£10M+

FUNDING PROVIDED

30+

UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPSFORMED

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