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Headventures 2026: Startup program in Münster

As part of our R-Factory cooperation with the University and FH Münster, Twente, we are jointly opening startup programs for students throughout the EUREGIO. For students at Osnabrück University, this means YOU can apply now.

TURN YOUR IDEAS INTO SOMETHING REAL

Are you a student or young professional who wants to make a difference and turn your ideas into solutions for the economy of tomorrow?

Then sign up for HEADVENTURES now and become part of an innovative network! Over 100 enthusiastic participants have already joined!

Your benefits

  • Solve real business challenges and create real impact with your ideas
  • Build know-how to build your own start-up from scratch or get to know co-founders
    (certificate, AI tools & program value of 5.000)
  • Support from experienced mentors& expertsfrom science, business and the start-up world from the EUREGIO
  • Really implement ideas in a professional, flexible, multi-week program
    (no previous experience necessary - hybrid & free of charge, interdisciplinary)
  • Close support from coaches from the REACH - EUREGIO Start-up Center, the R-Factory and industry partners Westfalen AG & 2G Energy AG

Period

  • Phase 1: May 6 (kick-off) - July 2
  • Phase 2 (optional): August 26 - October 15 (final)

Application deadline: April 26, 2026  to the application

"Headventures showed me how to turn an idea into real innovation in a very short time. You work with strong people, learn from top expertsand leave with a real result. If you want to make a difference instead of just watching - then this is exactly your thing!" Michel, Co-Founder cargovibe

⚡ Let's shape the future of industry together!

The future needs innovation - and it starts with you!

In the economy of today and tomorrow, there are numerous future areas in which creative ideas and innovations are urgently needed: from smart production and more resilient supply chains to sustainable energy and new ways of working.

At Headventures 2026, you can actively help shape this future!

Here you will work hands-on on real business challenges and contribute your ideas:

  • Production & Service - smarter, more efficient, AI-supported
  • Logistics & Supply Chain - resilient, networked, in real time
  • Energy & Resources - resource-saving, sustainable, future-proof
  • People & Processes - new ways for humans and AI to work together

No idea of your own? No problem!
You will work on real challenges from our partners Westfalen AG & 2G Energy AG - and develop real startup opportunities from them - supported by our coaches and mentors.

Whether tech, business, design or simply curious: Here you can create something real, become part of a strong network and at the same time continue your education in an innovative and certified way.

Are you a student, alumni or young professional? Then we look forward to receiving your application!

Application deadline: April 26, 2026
 to the application

Work on what actually matters. Build what actually works!

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