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Entrepreneurship at UQ

Empowering students, staff and researchers to transform ideas into real-world impact.

From discovery to venture creation

Our university-wide ecosystem connects education, research, innovation and commercialisation to provide a clear pathway from discovery to venture creation.

Whether developing entrepreneurial skills, advancing research translation, or building high-growth ventures, you'll have access to the programs, expertise, networks and opportunities needed to create value and shape the future.

1 in Australia for commercialisation revenue

Survey of Commercialisation Outcomes from Public Research (SCOPR) report

1 in Queensland for business and management studies

QS World University Rankings 2026

Study entrepreneurship

Through coursework, research and practical experiences, our students develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and the skills to solve meaningful problems and lead change.

These capabilities are embedded across disciplines and study levels – from the Bachelor of Business Management to our flagship Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Undergraduate

Start exploring innovation through bachelor programs in biotechnology, business and design.

Postgraduate

Further your career with postgraduate study in biotechnology, food science, business, or entrepreneurship and innovation.

Facilities and expertise to develop your ideas

Not all learning is in the classroom. World-class facilities and supportive extracurricular programs connect you to the right experts, and help take your idea from the notebook to the marketplace.

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Ventures

Ventures is UQ's entrepreneurship hub for students and staff, with programs, events and resources for all stages of the entrepreneurship journey – from exploration and idea validation through to launching a startup.
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UQ Innovate Makerspace

UQ Innovate is one of the biggest makerspaces in Australia. Access tools and equipment to prototype and bring your idea to life, with support and advice from technical experts.

Research and consultancy

Researchers in UQ's Business School investigate a wide range of topics in the area of strategy and entrepreneurship.

Discover what we're working on

Find an entrepreneurship expert

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Research translation and commercialisation

UniQuest is UQ's commercialisation company, helping researchers to navigate the complex journey from discovery to impact.

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