Be a part of the Future of Health Challenge
Help create 'A Sustainable Health System' for the Future of Health in Aotearoa, Be in to win part of our $6000 Prize Pool*
Te Papa Hauora Christchurch Health Precinct and The UC Centre for Entrepreneurship are providing all tertiary students in Canterbury the opportunity to tackle some key issues facing our health sector, including:
- Prevention - How can we more effectively prevent, detect and treat health issues?
- Promotion - How can we better support healthy communities?
- Environment - How can we shape our health system to responsibly utilise resources?
*comprises $3000 cash and $3000 professional services split across winning team subject to T&C's
Disrupt Challenge Structure
*total cash & in-kind prize pool - awarded amongst winning teams and subject to terms & conditions
Through participating in the Future of Health Disrupt Challenge, you will be immersed in a 48hr industry challenge that will help provide you with:
- Opportunities to apply your studies to real world challenges;
- Ability to connect with industry partners and mentors;
- Connections with other students from across different disciplines;
- A practical extracurricular experience for your C.V.
During the weekend of the Challenge, you will work in a multidisciplinary team of 3-5 students from across the region to tackle one of three Challenge questions set out by Te Papa Hauora. These will be revealed at our Challenging Briefing prior to the weekend. You can apply as an individual or as part of a team.
Throughout the Challenge, you will enjoy amazing free food, receive coaching from UCE staff as well as mentoring and input from health sector experts! At the end of the Challenge, your team will pitch your concept to a panel of judges and health experts.
The Future of Health Challenge is the perfect opportunity for you to meet new people, hone your skills, build your CV, and have a real impact in the world!
INTERESTED??
Registrations will open Monday 16th June 2025
For any questions, please contact uce@canterbury.ac.nz
Why sign up?
- Work in a collaborative environment.
- Meet interesting new people from a range of disciplines.
- Develop your creativity, innovation, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Build experience in creating a compelling, professional presentation.
- Network with mentors and industry experts.
- Have something meaningful to put on your CV.
- Enjoy awesome food throughout!
- Be in to win cash prizes!
Who should sign up?
This Challenge is designed for tertiary students of any discipline and any level (from first-year to post-grad) who live/study in the Canterbury region.
Do I need a team in advance?
If you already have a team, that’s great and you can register as a team (3 to 5 people max.). Otherwise, we will organise a team for you. All you need to do is register!
Who is running the Challenge?
The UC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Te Papa Hauora are working in partnership to deliver The Future of Health Challenge.
Key dates
- Registrations Close: Wednesday 23rd July
- Challenge Briefing: Tuesday 29th July
- Future of Health Challenge: 9am - 5pm on Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd August 2025 - Held at Manawa in the Health Precinct
If you have any questions, feel free to email uce@canterbury.ac.nz
