Student Invent
What is Student Invent?
Student Invent is an annual pitching competition sponsored by Ulster University and SU Enterprise at Queen’s Student Union, with headline partner Bank of Ireland where ambitious students pitch to win a cash prize and accelerate the development of their innovative idea.
As a part of Catalyst’s INVENT competition students will have the opportunity to be showcased to the world on an international platform at the INVENT 2024 awards. Student’s have the opportunity to win a share of the £2,500 prize pot. Applications for Student Invent are now closed.
Students studying in further education and higher education who are interested in walking the path of an entrepreneur.
Who is Student Invent for?
Students will learn and develop skills that will tap into a network that can help bring their idea to the masses.
What do I need to apply?
To enter, students need to have an idea and a good understanding of:
What problem they’re trying to solve
How their solution solves that problem
Their potential customer and market
Student Invent Timeline
Applications Open – 22nd April
Applications Close – 18th June
Shortlisting – 18th June-Mid-July
Pitch Prep Evening – 29th August
Student Pitches – 5th September
INVENT Awards – 3rd October
