Program Overview

Introduction to the VentureLaunch Accelerator Programme

The VentureLaunch Accelerator Programme is an exciting initiative by UCD, held at NovaUCD, designed to support the creation and launch of sustainable and profitable new ventures based on UCD intellectual property.

Programme Objective

The primary objective of the programme is to equip UCD researchers with the knowledge, skills, and understanding required to work as part of a team leading a new commercial venture.

Programme Expectations

On completion of the programme, the expectation is that participating new venture projects will have developed a commercially viable business plan.

Key Programme Details

• The programme is based at NovaUCD.
• It aims to support the creation and launch of new ventures based on UCD intellectual property.
  • The focus is on developing sustainable and profitable ventures.
• The programme is designed for UCD researchers.
  • It aims to provide them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and understanding to lead new commercial ventures.
• The outcome of the programme is the development of a commercially viable business plan for each participating new venture project.