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Strathclyde Inspire Innovation Challenge

Offers annual challenges for Strathclyde students to showcase startup ideas and win early development funding.

The Innovation Challenge is an annual prize competition open to current University of Strathclyde students at any level. It offers a £10,000 total prize fund (including £5,000 co-funded by Converge Microfinance) for early-stage startup ideas. Applicants submit a written application covering non-confidential summaries, market analysis, monetisation strategy, and development plans. Shortlisted teams pitch in person on the Glasgow campus. All eligibility is restricted to Strathclyde students — not open to the public.

AIBiotechHardwareAdvanced ManufacturingAdvanced MaterialsMedtechRobotics

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 1 Jun 2026Source: www.strath.ac.uk