Start-Up London

Idea to First Customer in 6-Weeks
Start-Up London 2026

Be the first to know about the 2026 community of London-based students and alums igniting ideas in this special 6-week programme.

Idea Feedback

Connect 1-2-1 with an expert to get personalised support for your idea and journey.

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Start-Up Funding

£500 for your new business – on us. Get reimbursed for expenses.

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What’s Happening

Discover other workshops, networking events, and more!

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Make your idea a reality in 6-weeks.

Applications for the 2025 programme have closed. But you can learn more about the upcoming opportunities by expressing your interest.

Do you have an idea and need a springboard to take you to the next level?
Are you seeking support and structure to grow your passion?
Do you want to network with others and be energised among other doers, innovators, and dreamers?

Start-Up London brings London-based students and alumni together in a 6-week accelerator programme - from idea to first customer.

No business experience is necessary. Bring your passion, hard work, and can-do attitude; we'll provide the structure, knowledge, and community!

Session

Date

Theme

Session 1 Wed. 22 Jan Designing your business to make money
Session 2 Wed. 29 Jan Identifying your customers
Session 3 Wed. 5 Feb Setting up the core of your business
Session 4 Wed. 12 Feb Finding and managing money
Session 5 Wed. 19 Feb Getting your first customer
Session 6 Wed. 26 Feb Talking about your business with confidence

Who can apply to Start-Up London?

Why should I join Start-Up London? What’s in it for me?

Have I automatically applied to Start-Up London by submitting my idea to the South Bank Ignite Competition? Will I automatically be applied to the South Bank Ignite Competition when I submit my Start-Up London application?

Will Start-Up London help me with my South Bank Ignite Competition entry?

What information do I need for my application?

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Connect with South Bank Starters

South Bank Starters is here to guide, support, inspire, and motivate you. Find ways to connect with the team and your community of entrepreneurial minded individuals. You can email us at studententerprise@lsbu.ac.uk.