Business support
Student
Supporting University of Lincoln founders to launch, grow, and succeed through a connected ecosystem of start-up support.
Support for every stage of your start-up journey
Whether you're preparing to launch, building momentum, or growing an established venture, Coventure Student provides the support, connections and opportunities to help you move forward with confidence.
Our role is simple: to help University of Lincoln founders turn ambition into action. Through one-to-one guidance, funding opportunities, workshops, events and specialist support, we connect you with the people, knowledge and resources needed to launch, grow and succeed.
How We Can Help
Three core pillars to get your journey with us started.
One-to-One Support
When you're ready to get your business started, sit down with our team to discuss your plans, opportunities, and appropriate support. From launching your venture to navigating growth, we're here to help you take the next step with confidence
Funding Opportunities
From seed funding to help launch new ventures, to growth funding that supports scaling, we provide opportunities to help turn plans into progress.
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The Start Up Fund
£500 to help turn a ready idea into something real: a first batch, a working prototype, the licence or kit that gets you trading. If you're ready to launch, or have been trading less than a year, this is the grant for you.
- You are a University of Lincoln student or recent graduate
- You are ready to launch or within your first 12 months of trading
- You can say how £500 will have a direct impact on your business
Freelancing
Going freelance counts too
Not every business starts with a company. Many students and graduates begin by building a freelance career, using their skills and expertise to generate income and grow a client base.
Freelancing is a business, and the same support ecosystem is available to help you succeed. Our workshops, funding opportunities, events and one-to-one support can help you navigate the practicalities of launching and growing your freelance venture with confidence.
Resources
Guides and templates, free to use
Written for people starting out rather than for people who already speak the language. Free to download, and yours to keep whether or not you ever take space with us.
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Beyond Coventure
Other places worth knowing
Organisations that support new businesses in Lincolnshire and beyond. Worth a look whatever stage you are at, and especially if you are still exploring.
Ready for your own desk?
When your idea starts paying its way, Virtual Tenancy gives you a business address from £15+VAT per month, and Venture Lab gives you a desk when you need one.