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Programs and courses

Classroom

GNG 4120 — Technology Entrepreneurship for Engineers and Computer Scientists

A hands-on introduction to starting and growing a tech company. This course teaches you to turn technical ideas into profitable, sustainable businesses.

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Master of Entrepreneurial Engineering Design

The Master of Engineering in Entrepreneurial Engineering Design provides advanced training and mentorship in engineering design in the context of entrepreneurship. The program focuses on designing new products or technology to be commercialized or made available and to have community impact, for engineers wishing to start companies.

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Simon Nehme Summer Entrepreneurship School

Our Entrepreneurship School takes advantage of the growing entrepreneurial and innovative community at the University of Ottawa and in the Ottawa region. It brings together like-minded individuals from across Canada and other countries to collaborate on exciting ventures.

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MakerLaunch startup accelerator

MakerLaunch helps University of Ottawa students and recent alumni entrepreneurs fast track commercialization of technologies and launch new tech startups. Our program is designed to surround startups with the team, facilities and tools to launch and scale.

Pitch competition

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The Engineering Pitch Competition challenges engineering and computer science students to showcase their most innovative technology-based businesses, both at the idea and concept stages.  

This annual event offers:  

  • Cash prizes and in-kind support  
  • Expert feedback from industry judges  
  • Networking with potential investors  
  • Real-world entrepreneurial experience

Entrepreneurial stories

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Student life

Engineering student startups advance at-home health innovation

From long wait times to limited access in rural and underserved communities, many Canadians face obstacles when trying to get timely preventive care. …
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Entrepreneurship

Student startups at uOttawa: Assistive robotics co-designed by people with limited mobility

Discover how students are using uOttawa’s entrepreneurial and experiential learning ecosystem to create their own jobs, gain skills and add a “wow” fa…
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Research and innovation

uOttawa grows Kanata North’s presence to meet rising innovation demands

New campus space at 350 Legget anchors research, innovation, and talent where the industry needs it most.