Curtin Ignition

Applications for Curtin Ignition 2026 are now closed. Please check back later in the year for our 2027 dates.

Why choose Curtin Ignition?

Curtin Ignition is an intensive training program for aspiring entrepreneurs, academics and corporate innovators to trial and then prepare business ideas for the commercial environment.

Ignition comprises of practical teaching sessions, expert clinics, mentor sessions and experienced advice and support from leading entrepreneurs and innovators. All applications for Curtin Ignition 2026 have now closed. Please check back later in the year for our 2027 dates. Alternatively, email our team if you have any questions.

Learn more about the program in this video

Hear from our Ignition alumni

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“Prior to Ignition I didn’t know where to begin to seek investment in the business and only six months later I have received two rounds of funding.”

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Marc Berryman, Rhinohide

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“Curtin Ignition played a pivotal role in transforming our idea into a Venture Capital-backed start-up.”

Kevin Mitchem

Co-Founder Co-Architecture
Sharon Grosser

“Prior to the program and, in fact, during it, I was full of self-doubt. I had never expected to find myself running a startup and I just didn’t know if what I was experiencing was ‘normal.’”

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Sharon Grosser, SEQTA Software

Steve Carolan

“The program was really, really good; it ticked all the right boxes for us and accelerated our learning. Raising the capital for rapid high growth was all-important for CV Check and it helped point us in the right direction.”

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Steve Carolan, CV Check

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“One of the most transformative learning experiences of my career.”

Narangarav (Sunny) Mend-Amar

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“Talent, innovation, and entrepreneurship that is truly inspiring.”

Miguel de la Mata

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“An incredible springboard for start-up founders.”

Natasha Rajalingam

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“Ignition was a game-changer. It didn’t just refine my vision—it transformed my passion into purpose. Giving me the confidence to move forward with clarity and direction.”

Jessica Bailey

Rhinohide

CV Check

SEQTA Software