Preparing University Students for the AI Economy
Partnering with universities to give students the applied skills, networks, and real-project experience that turn academic knowledge into career-ready capability.
Four Ways We Work With Universities
NextGen Campus Chapters
We establish and support a NextGen Builders chapter inside your university — with mentors, events, and access to the wider community network.
University Buildathon
A signature event that gives students the pressure, teamwork, and mentorship of a real product sprint — often the most memorable experience of their degree.
Joint Certification
Co-branded credentials linking NextGen Builders practical skills with your university's academic programmes.
Talent Pipeline
A direct pathway from your student body to our hiring partner companies — builders who've shipped real projects, not just CVs.
What Students Get
Join the Chapter
Connect with other builders on campus and access the wider NextGen community.
Complete a Pathway
Work through Academy courses alongside your degree — AI, robotics, or entrepreneurship.
Compete in a Buildathon
Ship a real project in a structured sprint with mentors and judges from industry.
Get Hired or Launch
Enter the talent pipeline or progress to the Entrepreneurship Cohort to build your own venture.
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