Where Should I Start?

No matter what stage you are at in your entrepreneurial journey, there are a range of opportunities available to help you reach your entrepreneurial goals, from one-day bootcamps to term-long programmes. To help you know where to start, we have categorised all EnSpire and partner events, programmes into the following stages. Click on each one to see which stage might suit you best, and take the first step by registering for one of the initiatives listed within each stage.

 

 

Inspire stage initiatives aim to expand entrepreneurial mindsets and develop transferable skills such as creativity, problem-solving and teamwork. They encourage curiosity and confidence, showing how entrepreneurial thinking can be applied in any career, even if you don't see yourself as an entrepreneur.

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Business Ideas Competition

Have a business idea that could make a difference? The EnSpire Business Ideas Competition is a termly initiative celebrating innovation across the University of Oxford community.
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All-Innovate Bootcamp

Turn your idea into action at the All-Innovate Bootcamp - a hands-on, one-day programme designed to help members of the University community shape early-stage concepts into structured plans.
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Oxford Venture Builder

The Oxford Venture Builder is a programme for all members of the University of Oxford who are looking to develop their business ideas.
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Edge Sprints

Delivered by Oxford Edge in partnership with EnSpire Oxford, Edge Sprints are rapid, cross-disciplinary hackathons turning ideas into impactful solutions.

Launch stage initiatives aim to transform ideas into ventures by helping participants test and refine concepts, validate markets and customers, and develop prototypes. They provide the tools and structure needed to turn early ideas into well-grounded, sustainable ventures ready for growth.

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Oxford Venture Builder

The Oxford Venture Builder is a programme for all members of the University of Oxford who are looking to develop their business ideas.
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Oxford Student Venture Showcase

Join EnSpire Oxford and Oxford Edge for a joint celebration of Oxford University student innovation
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The Oxford Moonshot

The Oxford Moonshot is a new pre-seed programme designed to help ambitious founders turn bold ideas into rapidly scalable ventures.
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Professional 1-2-1 Clinics

The Professional 1-2-1 Clinics give members of the University community access to free, one-off consultations with experienced professionals.
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Understanding Intellectual Property

This online event will help you to understand what Intellectual Property (IP) is, who "owns" it, and what to consider when you think you have created IP.
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Startup Incubator

The Startup Incubator, run by Oxford University Innovation, tailors the support you need to fit the specific challenges of your new venture.
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Edge Sprints

Delivered by Oxford Edge in partnership with EnSpire Oxford, Edge Sprints are rapid, cross-disciplinary hackathons turning ideas into impactful solutions.
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Investment Training

The Investment Training Workshop is a termly session designed to give founders a practical introduction to funding and investment.

Grow stage initiatives aim to strengthen and scale ventures already underway. Support focuses on refining business models, accessing funding and resources, and connecting with mentors and partners. This stage is designed to aid growth and help ventures achieve long-term impact.

 

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The Oxford Moonshot

The Oxford Moonshot is a new pre-seed programme designed to help ambitious founders turn bold ideas into rapidly scalable ventures.
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Startup Incubator

The Startup Incubator, run by Oxford University Innovation, tailors the support you need to fit the specific challenges of your new venture.
event attendees chatting and smiling

Investment Training

The Investment Training Workshop is a termly session designed to give founders a practical introduction to funding and investment.
Industry experts sat at a table with aspiring founders giving advice

Professional 1-2-1 Clinics

The Professional 1-2-1 Clinics give members of the University community access to free, one-off consultations with experienced professionals.
A hand outstretched with a lightbulb hovering over it with a trippy design

Understanding Intellectual Property

This online event will help you to understand what Intellectual Property (IP) is, who "owns" it, and what to consider when you think you have created IP.

Initiatives for all stages aim to provide practical opportunities to build skills, access workshops and events, and connect with a wide network. These resources are available throughout the entrepreneurial journey, ensuring that individuals can continue to grow and collaborate at every step.

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Pitch & Mix

Pitch & Mix is Oxford's termly team formation event, designed to connect ideas with collaborators.

The EnSpire Roadmap

Navigate every core programme and event available throughout the year with ease, using our EnSpire roadmap. Follow the timeline as it takes you through the year and find out which activities are most appropriate to you. Click the image to see an enlarged version.

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The EnSpire Events & Programme Guide

Download our Entrepreneurship Programme and Event Guide to read more about the EnSpire Oxford mission and for a detailed breakdown of each event and programme. Find out more about our University partners, The Entrepreneurship Centre at Saïd Business School, Oxford University Innovation and Oxford Edge, and explore extra entrepreneurial support and resources available from across the University. 

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