Kingston University’s Ideas Accelerator is back for 2025/26! This one-day bootcamp is designed for students and graduates who want to fast-track a business, freelance, or self-employment idea. Whether you're still shaping your concept or already taking first steps, this is your chance to build confidence, test your idea, and learn the practical steps to get started.

🌟 What You’ll Gain:

• Mindset & Motivation: Learn what it takes to think and act like an entrepreneur.


• Validation: Test whether your idea solves a real problem or need.


• Practical Know-How: From choosing your business structure to generating leads, sales, and marketing.


• Collaboration: Meet like-minded peers and potential co-founders.


• Inspiration: Hear directly from graduate entrepreneurs and freelancers.


• Bright Ideas Ready: Leave with an idea you can enter into the Bright Ideas competition for a chance to win £1,000.

👩🏾‍🎓 Who It’s For:

• Open to all Kingston students and graduates with a business or self-employment idea.


• Ideal for those at the early stages – no prior business experience or plan needed.

💬 What Past Participants Say:

“The Ideas Accelerator gave me the confidence to pitch my idea and meet others who were on the same journey. It was the spark I needed to take the next step.”

— Ata, Student

🚀 Why Join?

In just one day, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and community to bring your idea to life. It’s the perfect launchpad for Bright Ideas, freelancing, or your first business venture.



Register Now!