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UQ Ventures

Accelerator

Brisbane · Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked

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Investment thesis

UQ Ventures is the entrepreneurship arm of the University of Queensland, running programs, events and community initiatives to help students and the wider community develop startup ideas and entrepreneurial skills.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Seed
HQ
Brisbane, QLD, AU

Team · 1 people

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Founder mafia

2 people who came through UQ Ventures went on to found or lead other companies.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does UQ Ventures invest at?
UQ Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
Where is UQ Ventures located?
UQ Ventures is headquartered in Brisbane, AU.

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