MEET TALENTS WORLDWIDE
UNIVERSITY
STARTUP
WORLD CUP
The best impact based university startups from
around the world come together to network, learn,
grow and pitch for a chance of becoming the world’s
best university startup!
CATEGORIES 2024
GREEN
Making our planet and society more sustainable
and environmentally
friendly.
SOCIAL
Solutions that help
people locally and
globally. Improving
society and our lives.
DIGITAL
Everything from
softwares, financial
services, and new
platforms.
PRODUCT
A physical device /
prototype that
improves functionality
or helps customers.
HEALTH
Optimizing health
industry, saving more
lives & creating better
well-being.
GREEN
Making our planet and society more sustainable
and environmentally
friendly.
SOCIAL
Solutions that help
people locally and
globally. Improving
society and our lives.
DIGITAL
Everything from
softwares, financial
services, and new
platforms.
PRODUCT
A physical device /
prototype that
improves functionality
or helps customers.
HEALTH
Optimizing health
industry, saving more
lives & creating better
well-being.
The best university startups from around the world come together to network, exhibit and pitch for a chance to become the world’s best university startup!
We are now open for applications!
Deadline / 13.06.2021
CATEGORIES 2024
How can we optimize human’s health? The category Health covers everything from medical processes in the health sector or platforms that generate more awareness of diseases and symptoms among the general population. In other words, if your purpose is to save more lives or create better well-being, you have come to the right place.
Our world is changing and people are changing with it. What can we do to make our planet better for future generations? The category Green consists of ideas that make our planet and society become more sustainable and environmentally friendly. This could for example be in industries of Energy, Recycling, Packaging, Food and Beverage or other related industries.
Do you have a physical and tangible device, a sketch or prototype of a machine, robot, new component, or consumer product, that improves functionality or help reduce costs or time for your customers? If your answer is yes, then the Product category is for you.
The world is becoming more digitalized. The category Digital consists of ideas that are not specifically green or for health purposes, see green/health categories. Do you have an idea for a new platform that could make it easier for customers? Then this category covers everything from software as a service, financial services, and new platforms in all industries.
Globally, locally we all live side by side and we not only face environmental challenges but also societal challenges. Does your solution help people locally or globally? Does it improve society and our lives? Are humans centered around your solution? Then this is the category for you!
The best impact
based startups are
coming together!
CATEGORY WINNERS
BAETA Carbon Solutions
Turning plastic waste into reusable CO2 absorbents for sustainable carbon capture.
Denmark
University of Copenhagen
ScrewSaver
ScrewSaver is a dental implant screwdriver retrieval tool, that innovates dental implants.
Ireland
Munster Technological University
CrowdConnect
Crowdconnect is transforming smartphones into interactive microphones for large events, enhancing audience engagement and participation
Austria
WU Entrepreneurship Center
Fabreco
Leading the way in asthma management with innovative sensors for improved indoor and outdoor environments.
Taiwan
National Chengchi University
CATEGORY FINALISTS
Digital
Hearify
Hearify — AI platform that improves learner engagement and retention through customized, interactive quizzes and detailed AI feedback
Ukraine
National Technical University of Ukraine
Bau Kunst
Circular Economy based on Digital Values of Heritage
Spain
Polythecnic University of Catalonia UPC
CrowdConnect
Crowdconnect is transforming smartphones into interactive microphones for large events, enhancing audience engagement and participation
Austria
WU Entrepreneurship Center
OWASmooth
OWASmooth enhances data clarity by advanced smoothing methods, unlocking opportunities to optimise processes, drive innovation and protect environment
Slovakia
Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice
Effortless Traffic Management System (ETMS)
Smart traffic systems optimize urban traffic flow, reduce congestion, and prioritize emergency vehicles like ambulances for faster response times.
Pakistan
Superior University Gold Campus
Green
BAETA Carbon Solutions
Turning plastic waste into reusable CO2 absorbents for sustainable carbon capture.
Denmark
University of Copenhagen
Converteca
Converteca reclaims raw materials from lithium-ion batteries with a proprietary process and an industry-leading 99.3% reclamation rate.
United States
University of St. Thomas
Zenyth Innovations
Comprehensive supply chain solution for Sewage Sludge Ash (SSA) to enable use in cement and concrete aggregates, and other heavy industry applications
Germany
WU Entrepreneurship Center
Brewcycle
Brewcycle – from beer waste to valuable products.
Czech Republic
WU Entrepreneurship Center
Banaweave
Banaweave is a social enterprise that transforms banana waste into sustainable pulp and fiber products for industries seeking plant-based alternatives
Ghana
Soka University of America
Health
Insulin without queue
Digitizing the process of obtaining an insulin prescription for people with type 1 diabetes
Ukraine
Chernihiv Polytechnic National University
Fabreco
Leading the way in asthma management with innovative sensors for improved indoor and outdoor environments.
Taiwan
National Chengchi University
Hemoglobinometer
Your Health, in your Hands
Pakistan
The Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan
Product
SpineSure
SpineSure; a non-invasive diagnostic tool to detect scoliosis, a new way to stay ahead of the curve.
Ireland
Munster Technological University Ireland
SawBot
An innovative product development to reduce the amount of kickback related injuries in circular saw users.
Ireland
Munster Technological University
DOFamine
Modular universal driving platform with seat and controls that can accurately reproduce real vehicle movements.
Ukraine
Lviv Polytechnic National University
ScrewSaver
ScrewSaver is a dental implant screwdriver retrieval tool, that innovates dental implants.
Ireland
Munster Technological University
SEMI-FINAL JUDGES
Digital
Green
Product
2023 OVERALL WINNER
Treeva
Treeva makes transport systems greener by generating renewable energy from your journey. We provide efficient, recyclable wind turbines which rotate due to the turbulent airflow of passing transport.
United Kingdom
Imperial College London
A bit more about us
Recommend
to others
Startups every year
Finalists participating
Partners
Regions represented
Students reached
Let us know more about who you are
You’re a part of a startup with two co-founders and at least one of them is affiliated to a University (or a recent graduate within 2 years). Your startup is either early stage or growth stage (see definition in FAQ).
Your startup is working towards making an impact in the world. You feel like you have a potential to do great things and want a platform to help you reach your goals. You want to be part of a network of international student entrepreneurs.
A community of
the best university
startups worldwide
A community of
the best university
startups worldwide
Venture Cup Denmark hosted the first University Startup World Cup back in 2015 with startups from all around the world. The startups reached millions of readers worldwide, met some of the largest companies in Denmark and won big cash prizes.
But what really matters is the international network participants achieve. The goal is to feature the best university startups worldwide, help them grow and expand.
Venture Cup Denmark hosted the first University Startup World Cup back in 2015 with startups from all around the world. The startups reached millions of readers worldwide, met some of the largest companies in Denmark and won big cash prizes.
But what really matters is the international network participants achieve. The goal is to feature the best university startups worldwide, help them grow and expand.
And while here, check out a bit more about us
Recommend
to others
Startups
every year
Finalists participating
Partners
present
Regions
represented
Students
reached
Let us know more
about who are you
In order to compete, you should be :
- part of a startup with two co-founders and at least one of them is affiliated to a University (or a recent graduate within 2 years).
- Your startup is working towards making an impact in the world.
- You feel like you have a potential to do great things.
- You want to be part of international student entrepreneurs network.
Treeva Turbines
" Winning the overall award has led to wider exposure and recognition of Treeva Turbines, including speaking at international conferences and networking "
Overall Winner of 2023 Early Stage. Treeva makes transport systems greener by generating renewable energy from your journey. We provide efficient, recyclable wind turbines which rotate due to the turbulent airflow of passing transport.
Treeva Turbines
" Winning the overall award has led to wider exposure and recognition of Treeva Turbines, including speaking at international conferences and networking "
Overall Winner of 2023 Early Stage. Treeva makes transport systems greener by generating renewable energy from your journey. We provide efficient, recyclable wind turbines which rotate due to the turbulent airflow of passing transport.
F A Q
Click here to watch an Expert provide pitch tips and tricks.
Click here for the NABC model.
- How long is the pitch? 4 min
- How many people should pitch? We suggest one person who has the best handle of the English language
- Can all team members be present? Yes, we suggest all team members be present with the camera on and be ready on standby to answer questions the judges may have.
- Can we present a commercial video? We suggest sticking to the usual business pitching format for the 4 min pitch
- What should we use in the pitch when recording? For your pre recorded pitch, we recommend using a pitch deck. The pitch deck should have minimal writing and more visual identification of what you are trying to say. We want the judge to focus on what you are saying rather than trying to read a screen. Imagine that when speaking, you want the jury to mainly be listening and gently glancing the slide deck or resting their eyes on something easy to look at while listening.
All of it is important but of course emphasis on your; customer pain / problem description, customer segmentation, business model, idea, impact measurements, team and future timeline are always highlighted.
Please find the workshops here:
1: Inspirations and Thoughtful Futures
2: Idea Refinement by Claus Raasted
3. Impact is no longer a yes or no by cirka cph
4. Circular by Design by Danish Design Center
5. Trends and Strategy with McKinsey
6. Be prepared to inspire any investor at any moment with Carol Sanford
7. Info Session
Participants should not assume any right of confidentiality to any information presented or discussed in public sessions. Please be aware that members of the media, potential competitors, and members of the financial community may attend public sessions. All Venture Cup staff have signed a confidentiality agreement.
By taking part in the competition, participants agree that Venture Cup assumes no liability and shall have no liability or obligation whatsoever for disclosures of information provided by a participant as part of a submission or otherwise during the course of the competition.
Applications close on the 30th of June at 23.59.
The prizes for USWC 2024 are still to be confirmed.
Participants should not assume any right of confidentiality to any information presented or discussed in public sessions. Please be aware that members of the media, potential competitors, and members of the financial community may attend public sessions. All Venture Cup staff have signed a confidentiality agreement.
By taking part in the competition, participants agree that Venture Cup assumes no liability and shall have no liability or obligation whatsoever for disclosures of information provided by a participant as part of a submission or otherwise during the course of the competition.
Thinking about
becoming a partner?
The partners we work with will get promotion on our website, social media, and print. They will also be invited to attend the event.
In return, the Partner will nominate at least 3 teams that will still need to go through the application process. They will also promote the event on their own channels.
FAQ for the curious
Pitch Tips & Tricks
Click here to watch an Expert provide pitch tips and tricks.
Click here for the NABC model.
- How long is the pitch? 4 min
- How many people should pitch? We suggest one person who has the best handle of the English language
- Can all team members be present? Yes, we suggest all team members be present with the camera on and be ready on standby to answer questions the judges may have.
- Can we present a commercial video? We suggest sticking to the usual business pitching format for the 4 min pitch
- What should we use in the pitch when recording? For your pre recorded pitch, we recommend using a pitch deck. The pitch deck should have minimal writing and more visual identification of what you are trying to say. We want the judge to focus on what you are saying rather than trying to read a screen. Imagine that when speaking, you want the jury to mainly be listening and gently glancing the slide deck or resting their eyes on something easy to look at while listening.
Main criterias the judges will be grading on?
When is the applications deadline?
Applications close on the 30th of June at 23.59
What are the prizes for the winners?
Is my idea protected?
Participants should not assume any right of confidentiality to any information presented or discussed in public sessions. Please be aware that members of the media, potential competitors, and members of the financial community may attend public sessions. All Venture Cup staff have signed a confidentiality agreement.
By taking part in the competition, participants agree that Venture Cup assumes no liability and shall have no liability or obligation whatsoever for disclosures of information provided by a participant as part of a submission or otherwise during the course of the competition.
Where can I see the previous workshops?
Please find the workshops here:
1: Inspirations and Thoughtful Futures
2: Idea Refinement by Claus Raasted
3. Impact is no longer a yes or no by cirka cph
4. Circular by Design by Danish Design Center
5. Trends and Strategy with McKinsey
6. Be prepared to inspire any investor at any moment with Carol Sanford
7. Info Session
How many team members can join USWC?
Maximum 2 team-members can join the USWC. At least one of these members must be co-founder.
Thinking about becoming a partner?
Venture Cup Denmark works closely with Partners worldwide, who are usually universities or organisations that focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and startups. The Partner will get promotion on our website, social media, and in print. They will also be invited to attend the event.
In return, the Partner will nominate at least 3 teams that will still need to go through the application process. They will also promote the event on their own channels.
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