INCUBASE: THE STARTUP INCUBATOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TWENTE

Incubase is the University of Twente's dedicated incubator for (student) entrepreneurs from the University of Twente and Saxion Hogeschool or other knowledge centres. Incubase offers affordable memberships that allow entrepreneurs to use the co-working space, the support of Novel-T and, for example, request subsidy advice from our partners Rabobank, EP&C, Leap, EQIB, and BDO.

BIG THINGS START HERE

Incubase is a physical place where student entrepreneurs can make use of the programs and instruments of Novel-T and make use of the space to work on their visions with dedication and focus to make progress. Incubase offers a tangible space uniting the support available, as for instance the Novel-T START program, where ideas are being validated within two months via masterclasses on value proposition, business models, market analysis and more. Plus instruments such as coaching, legal advice, and capital.

We distinguish with a business model that fits our startups: the “gym for entrepreneurship.” Just like in a gym, you come to Incubase to train. You have to build your startup to grow eventually.

WHO IS INCUBASE FOR?

Incubase is the place for ambitious entrepreneurs who:

Completed the START program, have an incorporated business, or are researchers bringing new knowledge to market.
Develop innovative ideas (no dropshipping) and actively seek to grow a team.
Have a professional, open, and collaborative mindset.
Engage with the Incubase community, participate in events, and embrace a “pay it forward” mentality by sharing expertise.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to be your stepping stone to impact and beyond. Have doubts? Let’s talk!

Welcome to Incubase!

MEMBERSHIPS

We offer the following memberships. These memberships are available for startups who have entered our ADVANCED program, or have made similar progress

FLEX- € 15,- per month, ex. btw

Full access during opening hours with access card *
Access to reservation system
Full access to the public kitchen and free use of the coffee machine and fridge
Access to on-the-spot coaching
Access to the community,
physicial and digital
Invitations for support programs and events

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CUBICLE € 140,- per month, ex. btw

Everything Flex provides
Private meeting room, only accessible to your startup members

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OFF TO A GOOD START WITH NOVEL-T

Starting your entrepreneurial journey is exciting and daunting at the same time. Having a great place like Incubase to call home is a great way to learn form like-minded individuals. But what if you could pick the brain of experienced business developers?

What if you could prevent making all-to-common business mistakes? Novel-T and it’s partners has you covered! We offer a host of program’s, workshops and events -most of them completely free of charge- to get you off to a great start!

Take a peek at some of the support we offer:

STARTUP WORKSHOP

Discover all the ins and outs of going from idea to startup in one evening

START PROGRAM

You've got it: a genius business idea. Time to investigate whether your idea holds potential

ADVANCED PROGRAM

You have validated your idea. ADVANCED helps you to launch your startup with sessions, workshops, and an office space in Incubase

ENTREPRENEURIAL  RESEARCHER PROGRAM

You have validated your idea. ADVANCED helps you to launch your startup with sessions, workshops, and an office space in Incubase

Why INCUBASE?

A place to call home

INCUBASE is thé place for serious student entrepreneurs to call home. We provide flex spots or lockable cubicles for you to work from. Valuebles can be stored in one of the many lockers at INCUBASE.
A thriving community

INCUBASE is more than just a physical space; it’s a vibrant community of driven young entrepreneurs striving to make a difference in the world. We cultivate this spirit by offering business support and hosting engaging events that strengthen the connections between entrepreneurs.
Learn from the best

At INCUBASE you're very close to the expert business developers from Novel-T.
If you attend one of our startup programs, you get access to a wealth of knowledge on starting, building and scaling your startup.
COFFEE IS ON THE HOUSE

As an entrepreneur you need proper fuel to work hard and play hard. Incubase has you covered with the best tea and coffee, free of charge for all members.

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Our members

FOUNDING PARTNERS

With Incubase, the University of Twente, the Student Union and Novel-T partner up to offer innovative students the best place to build their startup! Want to know more about us? Check with our Incubase team!

The entrepreneurial university

The University of Twente has a track record of 35 years of experience as an entrepreneurial university. Over 1000 startups/ spin-offs were created out of the university among those companies like Booking.com, Takeaway.com, Scisports, Xsens, Codesandbox, and many more. The Student Union is the beating heart of policy and student advocacy at the university, promoting academic competencies and the well-being of all students.

Together, they formed a strong pact to start of Incubase. Opened in 2018, partially closed due to the COVID pandemic, but now buzzing with dedicated students and above all: innovative startups making it nationally and internationally.

AWESOME! I'D LIKE TO JOIN INCUBASE

You can show you interrest in Incubase by filling in the form below. We'll get in touch with you to see if your startup is the right match for Incubase.

OUR TEAM

At Incubase, we believe that teamwork is the key to success, and our team works closely together to create the best possible experience for our customers. These are the teammembers working with you on the success of your startup: