Accelerators
Accelerators are cohort-based programs. Rolling investment includes always-open investor funding (e.g. angel networks).
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Melbourne Accelerator Program
Five-month Melbourne accelerator with $20K equity-free funding, mentorship and strong university-backed support.
The Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP Accelerator) is a five-month startup accelerator run by the University of Melbourne for founders building scalable startups. Selected teams receive AUD $20,000 in equity-free funding, dedicated workspace, mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to the University of Melbourne’s network, experts and entrepreneurial ecosystem. The program is based in Melbourne and supports founders through structured programming focused on growth, leadership and traction. MAP accepts founders through multiple eligibility pathways, including University of Melbourne affiliates and selected non-university founders.
Seedcamp
Early-stage VC and accelerator backing tech startups globally with capital, mentorship and investor network access.
Seedcamp is a London-based early-stage venture capital fund and startup accelerator that invests in pre-seed and seed-stage technology startups. The program supports founders with initial investment, mentorship, and access to a network of operators, investors and founders. Seedcamp focuses on companies building globally scalable technology businesses and helps startups with product development, hiring and fundraising. The firm works with founders from the earliest stages of company formation and aims to be the first institutional investor backing them. Applications are open globally, including to Australian founders
Rockstart
Domain-focused investor-backed program offering tailored support and follow-on capital across Energy, AgriFood and Emerging Tech.
Rockstart is an early-stage investor and accelerator-style support organisation that works with startups across Energy, AgriFood and Emerging Technologies. It provides a startup support package that includes an initial investment, mentorship, workshops, industry introductions, legal/accounting support, community events and ongoing co-investment up to Series B. Programs are tailored by domain and run year-round, with access to Rockstart’s global network of mentors, investors and partners. Australian founders can apply globally online.
AI2 Incubator
Extended in-person AI incubator with funding, research support and investor exposure for research-heavy startup teams.
AI2 Incubator is a 12–18 month, in-person incubation program based in Seattle/Tacoma (USA) for research-intensive AI startups. It supports teams building deep tech AI products by providing funding, workspace, mentorship from AI researchers, access to the Allen Institute for AI network, and structured business development support. The program includes ongoing workshop modules and culminates in opportunities to pitch to investors and industry partners. Australian founders may apply remotely but must relocate to the U.S. for the in-person components.
AngelSpark 2026
Global angel group funding pre-seed/seed startups with fast pitch decisions and investors in one ticket.
AngelSpark is a global angel investment group that reviews applications for early-stage company funding. Startups can apply online to be considered to pitch live to the AngelSpark investment committee at monthly events. If invited to pitch, founders present their business and may receive an investment decision within 24 hours. AngelSpark typically invests starting from USD 100,000 and engages a community of angel investors across sectors. Applicants are invited on a rolling basis.
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