Enterprising Futures: Innovation Lab
This badge shows that the bearer has participated in i-Lab, a leading-edge programme supported by the Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy. i-Lab is a dynamic, experiential learning opportunity that introduces Newcastle University students to innovation and entrepreneurship methods to prepare participants to respond to a live real-world opportunity or challenge faced by an industry partner.
Issued on 13 Nov 2025 by
Newcastle University
Expires: 13 Nov 2030
Issuer
Newcastle University
ltds@ncl.ac.uk
Criteria
Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, students will be expected to:
- Attend at least 90% of i-Lab training sessions;
- Explore a contemporary challenge area using macro-factor and stakeholder identification techniques;
- Ideate & refine potential solutions to specific challenges faced by stakeholders, validating their solutions through primary research;
- Demonstrate Product-Market Fit of their chosen solution and propose recommendations for future work;
- Present their findings in a group presentation; and
- Complement their group work with a reflective diary and associated personal development plan.
