Student Entrepreneurship Awards 2026
Join us to celebrate the achievements of student and graduate startup founders at the University of Exeter!
The SETsquared Exeter Student Startups team are delighted to welcome you to the 2026 Student Entrepreneurship Awards.
Join us to celebrate the achievements of our entrepreneurial students and graduates who have completed the Student Startups programmes this year.
The event will take place at the Innovation Centre, Streatham campus, on Wednesday 3 June 2026 from 4 - 7pm. The evening will include an awards ceremony, keynote talk, and a business expo featuring a range of student and graduate‑led ventures. Drinks and canapés will be served on arrival.
What you can expect from the event:
- Drinks and nibbles
- Keynote talk
- Presentation of awards
- Student business expo
- Networking
Please see a full event agenda below.
Dress code: smart casual
Completed a Student Startups programme this 2025/26 academic year? Submit your award nomination here by Sunday 3rd May.
Join us to celebrate the achievements of student and graduate startup founders at the University of Exeter!
The SETsquared Exeter Student Startups team are delighted to welcome you to the 2026 Student Entrepreneurship Awards.
Join us to celebrate the achievements of our entrepreneurial students and graduates who have completed the Student Startups programmes this year.
The event will take place at the Innovation Centre, Streatham campus, on Wednesday 3 June 2026 from 4 - 7pm. The evening will include an awards ceremony, keynote talk, and a business expo featuring a range of student and graduate‑led ventures. Drinks and canapés will be served on arrival.
What you can expect from the event:
- Drinks and nibbles
- Keynote talk
- Presentation of awards
- Student business expo
- Networking
Please see a full event agenda below.
Dress code: smart casual
Completed a Student Startups programme this 2025/26 academic year? Submit your award nomination here by Sunday 3rd May.
Good to know
Highlights
- 3 hours
- In person
Location
The Innovation Centre
University Of Exeter Campus
Exeter EX4 4RN
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Arrivals & Business Expo
Grab a drink, connect with other guests and explore the Awards Expo. Visit the stands, meet the student founders and find out what they are working on!
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Awards Ceremony
Take your seats in The Deck, its time for the awards ceremony! Hear from our guest speakers and congratulate the award winners.
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Refreshments & Networking
Enjoy some drinks and canapes, and celebrate and connect with others.