Got a venture idea? We want to hear from you!
Set up a time to chat to one of our amazing staff, any stage of the journey is welcome, from ideation to go to market strategy. Our mentors help you stay on the right track and can put you in touch with the right industry professionals to help your venture suceed.
Support
Our space on Level 6 in Rehua is specially designed with entrepreneurs in mind.
Staff are always around to bounch ideas off of. And bookable one on one mentoring sessions with experianced entrepreneurs are also available.
Access the UCE Mentors Database and make use of 100+ different industry connections from marketing & accounting to aerospace and medtech, UCE Staff can connect you to the right people.
Once a term Community Pizza Lunches give you a chance to connect with like minded creators, innovators and entrepreneurs over a free feed!
A calendar of inspring speakers and micro capability building workshops to get you understanding what industry wants, thinking about new things and hearing different perspectives from outside the University.
What are you waiting for?
UCE Mentors
Pete Howard
UCE Student Innovation Lead
With a background as an artist on the West Coast, Pete is experianced in Soical Enterprise. Returning to UC as a mature student Pete was CEO of UC club Entre, despite not quite finishing his degree help jumped into the UCE in early 2023 and has been chipping away at the Product Design Degree on the side.
Now days you'll more likely find him out on the trails or running his next ultra marathon
Got a venture idea? We have a space for you!
The Hatchery is UCE's year-long incubator programme for students. It is the ideal place to nurture your social or commercial venture. You get access to resources and coaching from UCE staff, engagement with industry partners and mentors as well as support from like-minded entrepreneurs.
Support
Our immersive environment means students gain entrepreneurial skills fast. Our industry partners provide mentoring and help with legal, financial, and other professional services. The UCE staff are always around to act as coaches and mentors.
Hatch your ideas with us!
We have a dedicated space for Hatchery students in the Centre and as a member of the Hatchery, you can:
- Access the UCE space and facilities
- Attend our weekly one-on-one sessions with one of the UCE coaches
- Take part in UCE community events
- Talk to our Expert in Residence (eg. Accountant, Lawyers, Marketing experts)
- Get involved in the Hatchery workshops (eg. Build Your Lean Canvas, Market Validation, Pitch Practice)
- Get VIP access to our special events, networking and more.
Do you want to be part of the Hatchery?
To be part of the UCE Hatchery programme, you need to be a UC student currently enrolled in at least one course.
Step 1 - Register your interest here or come visit us at UCE
Step 2 - Set up a time to meet with a UCE manager or come to our weekly drop-in sessions
Step 3 - Receive an invitation to join the Hatchery
Step 4 - You accept the invitation and join the UCE community!
Click here to register your interest!
If you have any questions drop in to see us in the Rehua building, level 6, or email uce@canterbury.ac.nz
Hatch your ideas with us!
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