Yes, there is an initial registration fee of SEK 1,000 (including VAT). Later in the program, a small monthly fee of SEK 500 is added to cover our services. Companies in the program are also offered the opportunity to rent office space in our environment at a heavily subsidized rate.

Building a sustainable company takes time. As a team, you should expect to spend just over 20 hours per week on the startup. This may vary over time - sometimes more, sometimes less. Of course, we want the program to be compatible with work or studies, and several of our current teams are successfully combining it. If you're accepted into the program, you'll be informed well in advance about any mandatory components so you can plan accordingly.

You’ll get support with business development and access to tools for building your company. In addition, you’ll be assigned a dedicated coach for individual guidance, gain access to valuable networks and contacts, as well as talks, events, potential funding for validation, and office space. Last but not least, you’ll become part of an inspiring community and connect with others who are on a similar journey — there’s a lot you can learn from each other.

No, but we collaborate with organizations such as Drivhuset Skaraborg, which can help match students with our startups. We recommend applying to the program as a team of at least two people. Don’t have a team yet? Reach out to one of our business coaches to discuss your options.

Everyone working at Science Park Skövde AB who will be involved with you and your idea, as well as other participants in the startup program, has signed a confidentiality agreement. You can be confident that all information about you, your idea, and your company will remain within Science Park Skövde AB until you choose to make it public.

The first part of the program usually takes 6–8 months. After that, we’ll evaluate whether you’re ready to continue. If so, the second part of the program typically lasts 24–36 months, depending on how your company develops.

No – you focus on product development. We support you with business development and provide the tools to help bring your product to market. Together, we’ll help your idea take off!

Our goal is to get back to you within a few weeks. During holiday periods, it might take a bit longer. We make sure to respond to everyone – whether you’re accepted into the program or not.

Not during the first part of the program, but to continue into the second phase, you’re required to register a Swedish limited company (aktiebolag).