Innovated Bootcamp applications open

Applications are open for the InnovatEd Bootcamp, a unique program where you can gain the tools, entrepreneurial skills, and know-how to develop education technology ideas. The Bootcamp presents a chance for participants to roll up their sleeves and learn the fundamental key entrepreneurial skills for growing an edtech project.

Delivered at Melbourne Connect, this free two and half day InnovatEd Bootcamp will allow you to learn the fundamental steps, from identifying problems or pain points at the University that are ready for innovation to developing, testing, and shaping your ideas into commercially viable solutions. You will have the opportunity to practice and refine your pitch, meet inspiring experts, mentors, and like-minded entrepreneurs-to-be in a supportive, fast-paced environment. The next Bootcamp is scheduled for 19-21 August 2021 at Melbourne Connect. Find registration details here. 

The InnovatEd Incubation funding program runs over 12 months and offers up to $25k in financial support plus in-kind support such as mentoring and bespoke project guidance and management. Applications for the incubation funding program open 25 July 2022 to 30 August 2022. Details can be found here. To help illustrate the types of innovations the program has supported in the last few years please find some project video explainers here.

The events dates are 4pm-9pm Friday 19th August (half day), 8am-5pm Saturday 20th August and 8am-1pm Sunday 21st August 2022. There is a maximum of 45 participants. The program is free of cost for successful applicants. Applications close 14 August 2022 and applicants will be notified within 24 hours.

For more information, email the Program Manager, Mim Ingvarson or learn more here.