Accredited Programme

This course was approved by the HCPC and is now approved by Social Work England

As a Portsmouth postgrad you can tap into a world of expertise – from student start-up programmes, to free advice from founders and leaders.

Start-up advice

Book an appointment to discuss your ideas with a specialist at our Careers and Employability Service. They can offer a wealth of advice and point you towards even more. Our support is completely free to you, for up to five years after you graduate.

Mentoring

Our Entrepreneurs in Residence are passionate about helping you plan, develop, network and market your business. These experienced individuals span a variety of sectors.

Programmes and workshops

There are a range of options, which include the Enterprise Programme, featuring inspiring workshops with successful alumni and mini masterclasses with start-up advice.

Office space

Our Innovation Connect spaces include incubation resources and business hot desks. Halpern House is perfect for your earliest days. From there you could graduate to Cell Block Studios or the Future Technology Centre, depending on the nature of your venture.

Barclays Eagle Labs

In partnership with Barclays Eagle Labs, our Innovation Connect spaces offer business support, growth programmes and events for innovators, founders and entrepreneurs.

Toolkits and resources

We’ ve compiled vital information, advice and guidance into business toolkits which you can access online. Resources available to your start-up include meeting rooms, event space, video conferencing, incoming mail facilities, and even a podcasting room.

Opportunities to grow

You’ ll get access to competitions, seed funding opportunities and networking events, including‘ Pitch to the Experts’ sessions which offer feedback and advice on your ideas.

Specialist advice

There’ s a huge amount to learn if you want to make a success of your start-up. We can help you access vital advice on matters including accountancy, tax and intellectual property.

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