EdTech technology start-ups are being urged to apply to the second ever EdTech Accelerator Programme.
The programme, which is run by The Learnovate Centre and Amazon Web Services (AWS), has ten places available.
It provides start-ups with mentoring by leading experts in business and product development as well as significant AWS cloud computing credits.
Participants also have a chance to win $100,000 USD worth of AWS products and services at the end of the 8 weeks.
It is open to early-stage start-ups that are developing digital solutions to problems related to education and wish to accelerate growth and scale operations.
The EAP is a collaboration between Learnovate, a leading global future of work and learning research hub in Trinity College Dublin, and AWS.
Each participant in the programme may be eligible for significant credits for AWS cloud computing services across a range of areas, including compute power, database storage, content delivery and other functionality.
They will also receive 7 full-day workshops led by experts in learning, business and technology at AWS offices at Charlemont Square and Burlington Road in Dublin.
Successful applicants will also receive free access to certified AWS training.
The programme aims to provide business mentoring, technical guidance on building and scaling in the cloud, as well as regulatory, data privacy and cybersecurity considerations.
Specialist expertise will also be available on topics such as pilot studies, trials, pathways to market, public procurement and investor readiness.
Last year, ALPACA – which developed a game-based tool that identifies potential reading issues in children earlier — was the winner.
Learnovate Director Nessa McEniff said: "We are thrilled to continue our partnership with AWS in fostering innovation among startups.
"The accelerator programme has been instrumental in providing emerging companies with the resources and mentorship needed to scale their solutions effectively.
"We look forward to supporting a new cohort of startups in 2025 as they navigate the challenges and opportunities in the EdTech landscape."
While Learnovate Commercialisation Manager Tom Pollock said: "The global EdTech market continues to rapidly expand, and Irish start-ups are key players worldwide, providing learning solutions that are used in companies, schools, universities and at home.
"Last year’s Accelerator Programme was a huge success with those accepted onto it enjoying the benefits of expert business and technology mentoring.
"We are delighted to continue to provide this start-up programme in partnership with AWS to increase the support Learnovate already provides to Irish companies building products that fuse learning and technology.”
This year’s Accelerator Programme begins on 29 April 2025 and finishes on 17 June 2025.
The deadline for applications is 4 April 2025. Applications can be made via the website, learnovatecentre.org/startups.
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