Need help with your application?

If you’re thinking of applying for Converge 2025 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 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

Our suite of workshops is designed to cover some of the key topics you will need to answer as part of your application.

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

Our interactive sessions are free to attend and previous workshops are also available to watch on demand.

View our workshops

Application template

Here’s a preview of the questions you’ll need to answer depending on your chosen challenge:

Converge

Create Change

Net Zero

KickStart

Programme FAQs

For answers to common questions, take a look at our Programme FAQs.

Guide to Applicants

Our handy guide explains everything you need to know about our 2025 programme including dates, special prizes and eligibility.

Ready to progress your innovation?

Our 2025 programme can help you build a business that makes a real difference. Applications open on 29 January.

Find out more