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Student opportunities

The organisations below have regular support programmes and opportunities to enter competitions to win funding for your business.

Santander

Barclays

Natwest

Southampton City Council - Solent Local Enterprise Council

Innovate UK

Princes Trust

If you are in the creative sector:

Arts Council

Nesta

Other funding sources

Crowdfunding is a way to raise money for a project or business by getting contributions from many people. It’s a form of crowdsourcing and alternative finance, and can help you secure extra funds for your start-up.

See the Crowdspace website for a list of the best crowdfunding platforms in the uk

Additionally, you can also look into start-up loans on the British Business Bank website.

If you would like any help with any of the opportunities above, please contact
startups@solent.ac.uk