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Programme overview

Oxford Stage, delivered by Oxford Saïd Entrepreneurship Centre, connects Oxford-affiliated startups from pre-seed to Series A with a curated group of active investors, including VCs, angels, family offices and strategic investors.

It's for ventures that are building, piloting, scaling or fundraising, with at least one co-founder who is a current Oxford student, member of staff or alumnus.

On the day, up to 25 startups pitch, take part in structured one-to-one investor meetings and network with investors and Oxford's entrepreneurship community. Selected founders may also be considered for the pitching competition or an exhibition space at the Oxford Saïd Entrepreneurship Forum the following day.

Applications close 1 October 2026 · Event: Thursday 12 November 2026

How to apply

Submit your founder application by 1 October. Selected startups will be told by 12 October.

Investing? 

Active investors who have made at least one investment in the past 12 months can register to attend by the same deadline.

Taking part does not constitute investment advice, a financial promotion, or an invitation or recommendation to invest.