Innovation Studio

Residency

Industry-engagement and our strong maker culture puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do.

Residency

A Residency at AUB's Innovation Studio gives you and your business the chance to connect and collaborate with other creatives in our co-working space, as well as benefit from the expertise and equipment that the studio has to offer.

This opportunity is perfect for sole traders, micro-businesses and start-ups looking to develop ideas and grow their industry connections.

You can book a tour of the Innovation Studio to explore the co-working space or get in touch with us for more info or to register to be a Resident.

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Included in the Residency

A Residency in the studio can be taken out on a 3-, 6- or 12-monthly basis, and prices start at just £175 (+VAT) per month.

As a Resident, you'll have access to:

A workspace in our Innovation Studio on our award-winning campus.
Large designer desk with full desk set-up including monitor, keyboard, mouse and ergonomic chair.
Access to our Creative Technologies, including 3D printing and machining, 2D cutting and engraving, fabric printing and our virtual reality kit, as well as our incredible materials library and testing machines.
A network of like-minded peers for support.
Access to the expertise of our talented technicians, academic practitioners and business mentors.
Bookable meeting rooms and break out areas.
Weekday and Saturday access.
On-site car parking and showers.
Personal locker.
Postage management system.
High-speed, secure wifi.
AUB email address and access to AUB Intranet.
Friendly and supportive site team.
Regular partner events and masterclasses for knowledge sharing, networking and CPD.

As a Resident you'll have access to regular partner events and masterclasses for knowledge sharing, networking and CPD. Sessions will cover topics such as:

Navigating the fundraising landscape
Writing bids and grants
Intellectual Property
Branding
Sustainability
AI
Creative technology

Tours of the Innovation Studio

If you're unsure how the Innovation Studio's resources could benefit you, we strongly encourage you to book an official tour of the space, so you can see it for yourself.

Held on alternate Wednesdays, 14.00-15.00, you'll have the chance to check out the space, resources and creative technology available. You'll also be able to meet the team and ask any questions you may have about the programme or the studio.

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Being a Resident business at the Innovation Studio has allowed us to work closely with the technicians and utilise their knowledge of lower volume and prototyping methods. The vast amount of software, equipment, and resources that the AUB has is really impressive… There’s no doubt that this has all contributed to our growth over the last year.

Element Creative Ltd., Innovation Studio Resident

The Talus Project’s continued development wouldn’t have happened without the support of the AUB Pre Start-Up Programme – through business mentoring and the provided access to the necessary resources to continue its prototyping. Throughout my time on the Pre Start-Up Programme my confidence both socially and with my skillset has improved dramatically and the collaboration has been invaluable to the projects ongoing success.

Ryan Elder, Innovation Studio Resident, SeaTalus

The Innovation Studio has helped me massively with finding a focus for my practise and guiding me to where I could take it since graduating. It has also given me great access to the facilities here at AUB, which allow me to continue creating ambitious sculptural pieces.

Ruby Travis, Innovation Studio Resident, Ruby Zena Textiles