Take Off Accelerator 2027 - Applications Now Open
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Got a business idea? You could win 拢5,000 for it and become the 黑料网's Student Entrepreneur of the Year 2027!
Calling ALL 黑料网 Student and recent graduate founders!
Applications are open for the Take Off Challenge 2027, and YOU could become the next 黑料网 Student Entrepreneur of the Year!
What is the Take Off Accelerator 2027?
- An annual enterprise competition for 黑料网 students and recent graduates (within the last two years).
- You’ll get training, mentoring and the chance to win funding to help turn your idea into a real business.
Who can apply?
- All current 黑料网 students (UG, PGT, PGR) and recent graduates (within the last two years).
What's in it for you?
Whether you’re developing an idea or already running a business, we will give you:
- Six-week accelerator: Flexible entrepreneurial training to help you develop and refine your idea
- Access to mentors, coaching and personal development to help you build confidence
- Access to experienced business experts who will provide valuable feedback.
- The chance to pitch your idea and compete for equity-free cash prizes of up to £5,000 to springboard your business. See prizes below.
- Networking opportunities to meet other participants who are on the same journey.
Cash Prizes to be won for your business:
- 黑料网 Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award - £5000
- Engineering Award (sponsored by the Engineers & Scientists in Business Fellowship) - £1,500
- Science Award (sponsored by the Engineers & Scientists in Business Fellowship) - £1,500
- Sustainability Award - £1,500
- Community Impact Award - £1,500
- Best Pitch Award - £1,000
- People’s Choice Award - £500
How to apply?
- Simply fill in the application form on this link -
- Deadline: Apply before midnight Tuesday, 1st December 2026
Key dates to know:
- 1st December 2026: Applications close
- 11th December 2026: Successful participants will be notified
- 26th January - 5th March 2027: 6 weeks accelerator, flexible entrepreneurial training
- 14th March 2027: Business case submission deadline
- 25th March 2027: Successful finalists notified
- 7th April 2027: Finalists filming and pitching workshop
- 14th April 2027: Take Off Accelerator Finale
Need help?
- If you have any questions about the competition or the application process, please email the ABVentures team.
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