Swansea University’s Student Enterprise Team driving entrepreneurial excellence on campus and beyond

Recognised as an Entrepreneurial University, Swansea  has been shortlisted twice for The Times Higher Education awards for “Outstanding Entrepreneurial University” and Runner-up  2024 European Triple E award for “Innovative and Entrepreneurial University”.

Enterprise is a key pillar at our research-intensive institution; we take pride in our vision as a leading global university that is renowned for empowering individuals to create positive change in the world through enterprise and innovation partnerships. We have created a vibrant, inclusive culture and ecosystem so that every student, staff member and graduate can engage in enterprise activity aligned to the institution’s Enterprise Strategy 2023-2028 objectives to Unlock Talent, create an Enabling Environment and have an Impact in Place.

Our student enterprise team, are a leading force in raising awareness and engaging students and staff across campus, creating a nurturing environment where creativity, ambition, and enterprise thrive. Running initiatives with a focus on inclusivity, adaptability, and real-world impact, the team has developed a dynamic ecosystem that empowers our students, researchers, and recent graduates to explore and realise their entrepreneurial potential and achieve both personal and professional career success.

Over the past 7 years, 82,768 students have been inspired and gained a better understanding of the value of entrepreneurship as a credible career choice. 14,141 of these, were empowered to take the next step and develop their entrepreneurial mindset, which then resulted in 366 businesses starting. Through our bespoke business support, strategic partnerships in the region and funding, we have awarded £223,226 to our student start-ups and increased their survivability by over 90% since formation. Swansea University is currently ranked 9^th in the UK for spinouts and 2^nd in Wales for student and graduate start-ups.

In short, the Swansea University student enterprise team doesn't just promote entrepreneurship, they activate it! They foster a thriving, inclusive culture where bold ideas are encouraged, supported, and transformed into real-world impact