SPARK: Accelerate and Access Funding for Your Venture in Four Weeks

SPARK is a high-impact, residential incubator for students, researchers, and alumni ready to turn ambitious ideas into funded ventures with strong foundations for growth.

Delivered by King’s E-Lab, supported by our prestigious global network, SPARK supports founders with established progress and early traction across technology, science, and social impact to become investment-ready in four weeks.

Why SPARK?

• Intensive four-week programme focused on real traction

• Residential experience with a cohort of ambitious founders

• Hands-on mentorship from leading entrepreneurs, investors, and operator

• Access to world-class networks through King’s E-Lab
  

SPARK is funded by a generous philanthropic donation from a successful King’s College entrepreneur, alongside support from the University of Cambridge.

Programme Details

• Applications open: February 2026

• Programme dates: 23 August – 25 September 2026

• Who it’s for:

• Co-founding teams and solo founders

• Developed ideas, early products, and social ventures

• Technology- and science-led sectors

Participants work towards investable outcomes, guided by King’s E-Lab’s commercial expertise and unparalleled mentor and investor network.

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to pitch to global investors

• Continued support beyond the programme

• Access to non-dilutive grants of up to £20,000

• A launchpad to scale your venture on a global stage