Grants and Awards

The Enterprise Team may offer grants, funding opportunities and access to internal and external competitions at different times of the year. Specific details can be found below.

Start-up Grant

The start-up grant is part of our Activ8 Your Business programme. See Starting your Business page.

Proof of Concept Grants

If you are a current student or graduate with a business idea which requires further research, we may be able to help you by providing access to our Proof of Concept grant.

The aim of the fund is to prove the concept, i.e. research, develop, test or advance your business idea which helps inform and establish its commercial potential.

You can apply for a grant of up to £500 in consultation with Enterprise Team staff.

Please note that eligibility criteria apply to this grant.

If you would like to find out more information, please Contact Us or download the Proof of Concept Application form for further details.