Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellowships 2026
The Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellowships is one of the UK’s most prestigious deep tech accelerator programmes, designed to help researchers and recent graduates turn engineering innovations into successful startups. This fellowship provides up to £75,000 in grant funding, world-class training, mentoring, and 12 months of dedicated support—completely free, with no equity taken.
Selected fellows receive extensive training and support, including structured entrepreneurial training, interactive workshops, and access to a global network of investors and industry leaders. This programme is crucial for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the engineering and technology sectors.
Eligibility
Applicants must be university researchers or recent graduates affiliated with UK universities or research institutes. They should have a protectable engineering or technology innovation and demonstrate ambition to lead the company as CEO or COO. Full-time commitment to developing the business during the fellowship is required.
Benefits
Up to £75,000 in grant funding, along with 15 days of structured entrepreneurial training, mentoring, and access to a global network.
