Learn. Build. Launch.
GT4T turns knowledge into action. Our courses and training help students, researchers, and founders develop real skills, build prototypes, and grow sustainable ventures across Europe.
What you’ll gain
Practical tools you can use immediately
Expert guidance from universities and industry
Cross-border peer learning and community
Certificates on select programmes
Programs
Mastermind Program
Transnational peer coaching for founders Small, curated groups of five founders work through real challenges with expert input.
Who it’s for:
Startups in Germany, Ireland, Finland, the Netherlands, and Türkiye.
Format:
5 online sessions over 8 weeks
Topics include: go-to-market, AI for KPIs and impact, internationalisation, funding and investor management, scale-up planning.
Outcomes:
Sharper strategy, actionable next steps, stronger network.
Cost:
Free for selected teams.
Live Training: Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking & Prototyping
Hands-on learning in one focused day Identify user needs, design solutions, and build rapid prototypes—without long lectures.
Who it’s for:
Academic and non-academic HEI staff, researchers, student innovators.
Format:
6h live online workshop + recording access
Optional 4h assignment with feedback
Certificate upon completion (for submitted assignments)
Outcomes:
Problem framing, fast prototyping, pitching basics, ready-to-use teaching tools.
Cost:
Free (EU-supported).
Venture Science Center Clubs (SAMK)
Where ideas become prototypes Open, inclusive clubs that mix science, tech, systems design, and entrepreneurship.
Prototype Club + SAMK Can Venture Competition:
Build and launch a soda-can-sized “CanSat” to 20–300 m. Measure temperature and air pressure. Present at spring demo day.
Access:
Room A101 and Mech Lab available for independent work. Short supporting lectures through the season.
Outcomes:
Practical engineering skills, teamwork, demo-ready prototypes.
Challenge-Based Learning Sprints
Real problems. Real teams. Real impact. Short sprints where international student teams tackle live industry challenges; from edtech and gaming to water and food systems.
Format:
2–3 day intensives hosted by partner universities. Coaches from GT4T partners and incubators.
Outcomes:
Portfolio-ready solutions, collaboration experience, pathways to incubation.
Talks & After-Work Sessions
Honest stories from the founder journey Meet operators, angels, and serial entrepreneurs. Learn from mistakes and pivotal moments.
Format:
Short keynotes + Q&A + networking.
Outcomes:
Mindset, community, and practical insights you can use tomorrow.
Ready to learn with GT4T?
How It Works
Pick a programme that fits your goal.
Apply or register — most offerings are free.
Participate live and access materials afterward.
Build, test, and iterate with support from mentors.
Showcase your results and connect with partners.
Who Can Join
Students and recent graduates
Researchers and HEI staff
Early-stage founders and startup teams
Industry partners exploring pilots
Recognition & Support
Certificates for select trainings
Pathways to incubators and pilots
Access to a Europe-wide network of experts and peers
