Our support for student startups
As a student, we offer you comprehensive support to help you turning your innovative ideas into impactful ventures. Our services are targeted towards 4 core groups and activities:
Student Startup Support: On-demand & Startup Studio
Are you a student or recent alumni with an innovative and impactful startup idea? At the KTO we offer two types of support for you startup.
On-Demand Support
By joining our WhatsApp Community-channel we’ll keep you posted on the events, workshops, support programs, and competitions – like those of The Gate Academy and the Startup Readiness program.
Student Startup Studio
This program is meant for those who look for a more structured approach, embedded in our student startup community. Structural coaching, a flex desk space, access to our community meetups, priority access to community events, and more.
Business Development Support for TU/e Honors & Student Teams
As a TU/e Student Teams or Honors Team, you can receive support in preparing for and facilitating spin-outs, as well as guidance on intellectual property, partnerships, funding opportunities, and business development to validate your idea, explore the market, and maximize your impact.
Plan a meeting hereJoin the TU/e Co-Founder & Startup Pool
Are you interested in joining a student startup, becoming a co-founder, or exploring opportunities with TU/e spin-offs?
By filling out this short form, you’ll make yourself visible to student teams and spin-offs looking for talented co-founders, interns, freelancers, and project collaborators.
It only takes a few minutes — and you can update your profile anytime.
The more complete your profile, the better we can match you with real opportunities.
Protect Your Innovation — TU/e Invention Disclosure Form
Have you developed something new during your studies, research, or student team project? Whether it’s a technical design, software, prototype, or research-based insight, the TU/e IP & Valorization team can help you explore protection and next steps.
By submitting an Invention Disclosure Form (IDF), you formally register your invention within TU/e. This ensures your work is treated confidentially and allows the university to support you in evaluating potential protection (e.g. patents) and impact and entrepreneurship opportunities.
- It only takes a few minutes to complete.
- All information is handled confidentially.
- You’ll be contacted by the TU/e IP & Valorization team to discuss next steps and options for your project.
To get off to a strong start, it is important that your idea literally gets off the ground. And there is a lot to consider. The business developers of The Gate have a background in tech and an extensive network within the Brainport region. They are here to help you along.
