Westminster Enterprise Network (WeNetwork), the University of Westminster’s entrepreneurial network, is excited to announce the return of the Westminster Big Idea Competition, the annual University-wide business idea and innovation competition in partnership with Santander Universities UK. 

Applications open on Tuesday 24 January 2023. The deadline for applications is Sunday 19 March 2023. 

The competition encourages and supports current students and people who graduated from the University in the last three years to develop their entrepreneurial skills and build and grow their businesses or freelance careers. 

Students and recent graduates can apply in one of three categories: Freelance, Ideate and Accelerate. Finalists will have the chance to win a share of a £43,000 funding pot. This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs and freelancers to showcase their skills and ideas and get their businesses off the ground.  

Clelia Bevilliard, Senior Enterprise Manager at the University, said: “We are always thrilled to see our students and graduates pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and make a positive impact on the world. The Westminster Big Idea Competition is a great platform for them to do just that.” 

The competition is open to all students at and recent graduates from the University of Westminster. 

Find out more and apply.

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