IGNITE at UCC
IGNITE: Empowering Ambitious Start-up Founders
Applications for our July 2025 programme are now closed. You can express your interest for our next programme and schedule a call with us here.
Have a great idea? IGNITE are here to help you make it happen. We are Ireland’s leading graduate start-up incubation programme designed for ambitious founders ready to turn their innovative ideas into thriving businesses. IGNITE is open to recent graduates from any discipline and any third-level institution in Ireland. We provide the tools, guidance, and support you need to turn your idea into a thriving business. And we don't take any equity.
A World-Class Programme for Future Entrepreneurs
Our comprehensive programme equips you with tailored guidance on grant applications and investor readiness, alongside mentorship and training from industry experts to build essential entrepreneurial skills. You’ll also have access to top UCC researchers for research-backed insights and receive IP protection advice to safeguard your innovations, establishing a strong foundation for future growth.
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