The University of Iceland collaborates on various innovative platforms and accelerators that support entrepreneurs to develop their business ideas. The University creates an open and dynamic environment for research and studies in order to create a better university and a better society.
AWE Academy for Woman Entrepreneurs
The Academy is a twelve week programme consisting of an online training programme, workshops and collaborative projects. Information on the platform can be found on the AWE website.
Gulleggið
Gulleggið is a competition for young entrepreneurs to start realising their ideas. It is run by Klak (Icelandic only). Further information on Gulleggið (Icelandic only).
MenntaMaskína
The Education Machine (MenntaMaskína) is an innovation platform for pupils in their final year of upper secondary school to creatively tackle current and future challenges. The University of Iceland is one of the organisers. More on the Education Machine (MenntaMaskína).
Iceland Health Hack
Iceland Health Hack is a longer version of the hackathon that runs from January to May. Further information on Iceland Health Tech Cluster.
Startup Social
Startup Social (Snjallræði) is a business accelerator for social innovation and entrepreneurship. It is based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Further information on the Startup Social.