Programme

The Accelerate Programme is designed to help student pre-seed start-ups accelerate their growth. It consists of 12 intensive weeks of expert-led workshops, networking events and growth support. Our mission is to equip you with everything you need to take your start-up off the ground.

We'll offer you…

Mentorship from industry professionals

Up to £5000 in EQUITY-FREE funding

12 weeks of intensive workshops

Accelerated business growth

Immense networking opportunities

Access to our global alumni network

Programme Timeline

Current Cohort

BEEM Advertising

Lazaros Sideras, Giorgos Markou, Ioannis Vamvakas

UrbanWatt

Josiah Edebiri, Gus Cheng Zhang

ReUniCycle

Lee Tsz Ving Venus, Lee Cheuk Him Marvin (Marvin), Hao Geng (Arya)

Endup

Ahmad Aldaker, Omar Mansi, Amer Akkad,

BasicX

Muhammad Asad Butt, Chenze Ma, Kwame Kwarteng, Ansab Ali

WALO

Harshita Dassani,

InsightFlow

James Kirkham

Purple Point

Jorge Augusto Servert Lerdo de Tejada, Jaleel Miyan, Derren Heyes

PhysioAssist

Samyak Verma, Moustapha Ndiaye

Hypoplas

Olivia Therese Burns

FlashAid

Grigorii Rodionov, Maksym Korotych

Cultured Mentor

Dylan Simpson, Ana Brereton Rodrigo, Henry Gardiner, Alec Williams

FAQ

What can I expect from the Programme?

Through our 12 week programme, you’ll get access to exclusive (and intensive) workshops, a chance to be mentored by some of the greatest professionals in the industry, free office space and so much more!

Am I eligible to apply?

We encourage all passionate students, staff (Researchers or PhDs) or recent alumni of Manchester Universities (ideally up to 2 years post-graduation) to come up with compelling ideas to apply, as we value innovation, potential, and determination alongside these guidelines. Applications from other Universities in Northern England may be considered.

What will I need to complete the application?

You will just need to fill out an application form by the annouced deadline. As simple as that!

Do I need a pre-established busiess to apply?

No, you do not need to have a registered company or evidence of generated revenue. You can apply with a solid innovative business idea.

Is Accelerate Me only for business students?

NO! In fact, most of our members, event attendees and start-up founders are not studying business. They come from diverse backgrounds such as engineering, bio technology, healthcare and more. Everybody is welcome!

What can I expect from the Programme?

Through our 12 week programme, you’ll get access to exclusive (and intensive) workshops, a chance to be mentored by some of the greatest professionals in the industry, free office space and so much more!

Am I eligible to apply?

We encourage all passionate students, staff (Researchers or PhDs) or recent alumni of Manchester Universities (ideally up to 2 years post-graduation) to come up with compelling ideas to apply, as we value innovation, potential, and determination alongside these guidelines. Applications from other Universities in Northern England may be considered.

What will I need to complete the application?

You will just need to fill out an application form by the annouced deadline. As simple as that!

Do I need a pre-established busiess to apply?

No, you do not need to have a registered company or evidence of generated revenue. You can apply with a solid innovative business idea.

Is Accelerate Me only for business students?

NO! In fact, most of our members, event attendees and start-up founders are not studying business. They come from diverse backgrounds such as engineering, bio technology, healthcare and more. Everybody is welcome!

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