The SETsquared Partnership is the enterprise, academic and innovation collaboration between the universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Southampton and Surrey. The network collectively supports the growth and success of new businesses by providing world-leading incubation support services, enterprise activities and access to investment networks. We have helped over 5,000 start-ups raise more than £3.9bn of investment. At the SETsquared University of Bath Innovation Centre we actively support entrepreneurs, start-ups and scale-up companies across a range of high-tech and high-growth sectors.

Programme to help you START your business

Innovation Centre Hosting Bath Digital Festival '24 event

Bath Digital Festival

Bath Digital Festival is an annual festival that brings people and technology together to explore the thriving digital scene in Bath.

Bath Digital Festival '24 - The Power of the Mind

Technology, Psychology and Sports - how sport is leading the way in psychology technology for performance - and what that means for everyone.

Bath Digital Festival '24 - Pitch like an astronaut

A 45-minute workshop to learn how to answer "What do you do?" and make your reply as memorable as an astronaut landing on the moon and planting their flag.

Business acceleration and networks 

entrepreneur courses

We offer a range of courses led by experienced facilitators, entrepreneurs and investors. Our courses will equip you with the skills, contacts and confidence you need to optimise your chances of start-up success.

Membership

We are a membership organisation for high-growth potential businesses and the entrepreneurs that create them. As part of the SETsquared partnership we provide world-class business incubation to start-ups. 

Networks and events

Through our networks we connect our members to markets, mentors, collaboration and funding opportunities. Get involved by joining us for an event or hosting your own here at the centre.

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