SPEED

The Graduate Enterprise Department, at the University of Wolverhampton, are leading the SPEED project, involving 5 local universities.  The project helps entrepreneurial students and graduates to set up their own businesses in the region.

SPEED Applications 2012/2013

Applications for the next cohort are now open.  The next programme will run from September 2012 to February 2013. See www.speedwm-wlv.org for more information including the application form.

About SPEED

SPEED offers students and graduates from any course, from glass design to mechanical engineering, or dance to business administration, the opportunity to develop their business ideas.

As part of the SPEED programme, you will have access to:

• experienced mentoring support
• tailored training
• networking opportunities
• access to incubation space at Wolverhampton Science Park
• a limited amount of financial support

What's on Offer?

Students and graduates accepted on the SPEED programme will get financial and support assistance tailored to suit their particular need, as well as provision of training days and workshops.

Students and graduates will receive training and access to a variety of internal and external resources to give them the best chance of generating an income from their business and will be coached at each stage of their development.

The principle of the SPEED project is to give current students and graduates the opportunity to improve their business skills through the development of a business idea in a supportive environment.

Eligibility

Applicants must not already be trading, they must intend to set up their business in the West Midlands region.  For further information please email us at speed@wlv.ac.uk