Upcoming events

More committed to building your entrepreneurial skills or starting a new venture? Our one-off workshops and events will help hone both your knowledge and skills. Sessions are open to everyone from across the university just pick and choose those you would like to attend.

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Business Founder Pathway

The Founder Pathway is an exclusive, intensive extra-curricular programme designed to transform you from an aspiring student into an action-oriented entrepreneur.
Poster 'show off your creativity, grit and entrepreneurial spirit. Turn a tiny investment into a big profit'.

The Apprentice Challenge

Start the semester with an electrifying challenge to turn a small investment into big profits. This isn't about having the best idea—it's about having the most grit.
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The Spark Podcast - Studio Welcome

Friday 26 September 2025, 2:00pm
Podcast Studio 4, The Diamond, The University of Sheffield, 32 Leavygreave Road, Sheffield, S3 7RD
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Emerge Welcome Party

Thursday 2 October 2025, 12:00pm
Students' Union , The University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TG
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Business Idea Bootcamp

19th and 20th November
1 - 5pm
The Cornerstone , The University of Sheffield, 2 Whitham Road, Sheffield, S10 2AH

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Calendar of Activities

Add our calendar of upcoming activities to your calendar!  These comprise workshops, fireside chats and events.  Register for all those that you would like to attend, using the links provided on the specific calendar activity.

Our next wave of sessions will be announced soon, so watch this space for the latest updates.

Celebrating entrepreneurial excellence

Annual Awards Showcase

Sponsored by Santander Universities, the Awards Showcase is an annual event to reward the work of entrepreneurs from across the University of Sheffield community. If you are a student, staff member or recent alumni, apply for your chance to win funding and mentorship to start your business.
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