Glasgow Clyde College Students Triumph at Start up Factory Grand Final

The Start Up Factory Grand final was held recently at the University of Glasgow, which saw student teams from across Scotland pitch their innovative ideas following entrepreneurship weekends held throughout the country.

We’re thrilled that four Glasgow Clyde College students were part of the 1st and 3rd place teams, which won £5,000 and £2,000 respectively. Their achievements showcase the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit within our college community.

Developed by the University of Glasgow’s Student Enterprise team and supported by the Scottish Government, the Startup Factory programme gives students from further and higher education the opportunity to work in mixed teams to explore new ideas addressing social, environmental and technological challenges. Through intensive workshops, mentoring and practical activities, participants developed early-stage concepts before pitching their ideas at the Grand Final. Projects presented at the final reflected a wide range of interests and disciplines, with teams developing concepts spanning energy and climate innovation, sustainable food systems, community wellbeing, and digital technologies. The programme emphasised sustainability in its broadest sense, encouraging students to consider how innovation can support environmental responsibility while strengthening communities and economies.

All of our participating students also completed the 12‑week LaunchPad Entrepreneur Accelerator Programme, helping them build confidence and prepare for the competition.

Congratulations to everyone involved!

Image shows winning students with Bayile Adeoti (GCC Entrepreneur in Residence) and Robert Anderson (Assistant Principal Internationald and Business Development).