Need help with your application?

If you’re thinking of applying for our limited-edition Hydrogen and Performing Arts Challenges but aren’t sure where to start, we’ve got everything you need to take those first steps.

We offer a wide range of resources, events and support to guide you through the application process and to help you craft a standout submission. Our team can provide you with one-to-one advice and practical hints and tips to increase the success of your application.

Dr Lissa Herron
Richard Cormack Corrigan
Sheik Malik

Talk to our Enterprise team

Our expert team is on-hand to help you navigate the application process.

Contact them to talk about your innovation or application

Lissa leads the Enterprise Team at Converge and is the main point of contact for Converge applicants in the East of Scotland, including Edinburgh, St Andrews and Stirling.

Book time with Lissa or contact by email

Richard looks after Converge applicants based on the North East of Scotland and the Highlands and Islands, including Dundee, Aberdeen and all the institutions forming part of UHI.

Book time with Richard or contact by email

Malik looks after applicants from the Glasgow area, including the University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University and Glasgow School of Art.

Book time with Malik or contact by email

Business Workshops

Last semester our Enterprise team ran an online workshop series covering the essentials of starting a business including IP and routes to market; start-up funding and understanding customers with each hour long session tailored specifically for university founders with innovative business propositions.

All are now available to watch on-demand.

We will also be hosting Application and Information Sessions specifically for applicants to our limited-edition Hydrogen and Performing & Production Arts Challenges.

View our workshops

Ready to progress your innovation?

Our limited-edition Challenges are now open! Applications close on 30 April.

Hydrogen Challenge
Performing & Productions Arts Challenge