Have a business idea or currently working on a business venture?

Join us on an exciting and inspirational 7-day trip to Boston, USA, to represent Queen's on an international stage.

Our latest programme, Building Big Ideas: Belfast to Boston 2026, in collaboration with QUB's Global Opportunities Team, offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurial students who have engaged in our initiatives or any other entrepreneurial activity during their time at Uni.

This trip will give you the chance to:

• Take part in a Hackathon with seasoned entrepreneurs
• Build your network through meeting local and international entrepreneurs
• Gain knowledge and experience within the entrepreneurial ecosystem 
• Develop key skills that build an entrepreneurial mindset

A full itinerary is planned to include a range of motivating and informative visits, meet-ups, and events.

Timeline:

• 9am, Mon 26 Jan: Deadline to submit Application Form
• Thurs 29 Jan: You'll be notified as to whether your application has been successful with an offer to interview.
• Wed 18 Feb: Welcome Event (Queen's Campus)
• Wed 4 Mar: Workshop One (Queen's Campus)
• Wed 18 Mar: Workshop Two (Queen's Campus)
• Mon 18 May: Pre-Trip Meeting (Queen's Campus)
• Sat 30 May - Fri 5 June: Belfast to Boston Trip

Open to all full-time Queen’s students. Attendance at all activities listed above is compulsory.

Apply now here