For Aspiring Innovators
Sign up to join us at LSE Generate, the entrepreneurship hub by the London School of Economics and Financial Times' top university start-up hub in the UK (2024, 2025).
Rooted in the LSE’s mission to 'understand the cause of things for the betterment of society', this July we’re launching a brand new Innovation Bootcamp in partnership with OakNorth.
London, Student
(17 years)
"Our facilitator Andy was absolutely amazing. He made my experience here so enjoyable with the intellectual and engaging conversations we had. He is an amazing mentor who has taught me so much that I will remember and apply to real life scenarios."
Parent
''Thank you for being a great inspiration to my son - he loved the week and found the guidance really valuable!"
Kingston, Student
(17 years)
'I’ve gained insights and connections into my career pathway ahead. This would be useful for any Year 12 students interested in subjects like how AI and innovation are changing the world and the jobs we will do."
The Ultimate
5-Day Summer Bootcamp
Build a Business in 5 Days
These immersive five-day experiences are designed to help 16–19 year-olds find their cause and turn their ideas into impact.
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Find your cause and gain hands-on experience through expert-led workshops & networking
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Work with LSE entrepreneurs & solve real-world challenges
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Improve key skills for work and life such as teamwork, problem-solving, pitching
Bootcamps are held on LSE's award-winning central London campus on the following dates:
7-11 July
14-18 July
21-25 July
28 July-1 August
Tuition fee: £1,250
Bootcamp Leaders
Andy Ayim MBE
We’re thrilled to welcome Andy Ayim MBE to our Summer Innovation Bootcamps. Andy is a globally respected advisor, founder and angel investor who has built businesses like Mixtape Madness and Angel Investing School, training 600+ new investors. He’s worked with startups across the UK and US and was awarded an MBE for services to business and inclusive entrepreneurship.
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Hattie Willis
Hattie Willis is co-founder of IfWeRaise, a startup on a mission to open up fairer funding access for underrepresented founders. She’s supported thousands of entrepreneurs through coaching, accelerator programmes, and her podcast Not My First Guess. Hattie brings deep insight from working with Amazon, the UN, and leading innovation programmes.
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Featured Mentors!
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...interactive workshops, team challenges and live business simulations, students will have the opportunity to tackle start-up problems with CEOs and present their solutions to a panel of LSE alumni and industry experts. The programme also includes expert-led workshops and many networking events, equipping students with practical insights from sector-leading educators and industry leaders. Beyond the hands-on experience, attendees will gain valuable knowledge and credentials that can strengthen university applications as well as future career opportunities.
Check out what one of our mentors has to say
"Seeing the students apply their learning during the mentoring presentation— creating their own business ideas, working out finances, and developing persuasive pitches—was nothing short of amazing. Their confidence and creativity were truly commendable!"
Kashmira Zambad,
Co-Founder of Dhimath
The LSE Generate Way...
Frequently asked questions
This is a great opportunity for Year 11s trying new experiences before Sixth Form, Year 12s thinking about their higher education options and Year 13s before university or a gap year.
We are always happy to hear from prospective students. Get in touch with us!
Alice at a.eddie@lse.ac.uk or Cathy at c.walker2@lse.ac.uk
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