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OCC Launch

OCC Launch

Offers OCC Launch pre-seed support for University of Edinburgh associated companies at their earliest development stage.

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OCC Launch is the pre-seed investment vehicle of Old College Capital (OCC), the University of Edinburgh's venture fund, which is part of Edinburgh Innovations — the University's commercialisation service. OCC manages the University's early-stage investment activities and a portfolio of over 100 companies spanning deep tech, life sciences, energy, and materials. OCC Launch specifically targets the …

Pre-seed equity investment up to £100k for University of Edinburgh-associated companies, deployed via Advanced Subscription Agreement to fund a specific work package, co-investment leverage, or a key value inflexion point.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Equity
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: edinburgh-innovations.ed.ac.uk