Entrepreneurship

Accelerating your pathway through innovation

Entrepreneurship challenges the status quo. We're the place that connects passionate people with skills, capabilities and mindset to take their ideas to the next level.

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We help people realise their full potential through programs, workshops, hackathons, mentoring sessions and by connecting you with our business-savvy community. Learn practical skills and build the confidence to apply innovation to your business, in your community or in your career – we’re here to empower the next generation of future thinkers.

Upcoming programs

Our programs are purpose-built to support you across different phases of your entrepreneurial journey.

La Trobe LaunchPad

La Trobe LaunchPad

LaunchPad is La Trobe University’s 12-week Pre-Accelerator Program for emerging and aspiring founders with technology-led startup ideas and the ambition to turn them into scalable ventures.

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Ind-Aus Catalyst Program

Ind-Aus Catalyst Program

A La Trobe program that connects Australian and Indian deep tech ecosystems, supporting high-potential Indian founders to validate products, access the Australian market and build global networks.

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Don’t just take our word for it, read stories from other entrepreneurs, businesses and La Trobe students and their steps to success.

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    La Trobe’s Animal Research and Teaching Facility enables industry to work safely, effectively, and responsibly with animals across a wide range of disciplines.

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    A partnership between La Trobe University and global infrastructure company ACCIONA is giving students hands-on experience on major projects such as the M80 Ring Road upgrade – helping shape the next gen of engineers.

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