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Future of Health Challenge 2024

15 July 2024

Do you want to be part of imagining a better Health system for Ōtautahi? The Future of Health Disrupt Challenge is your chance to develop ideas that confront issues and help make real change in the Health Sector. Open to ALL tertiary students in Canterbury. Learn more about the Future of Health Disrupt Challenge below.

HOW TO APPLY

Help create ‘The way forward’

for the Future of Health in Aotearoa,

Be in to win part of our $3,000 prize pool!

 

Te Papa Hauora Christchurch Health Precinct and The UC Centre for Entrepreneurship are providing all tertiary students in Canterbury the opportunity to tackle some key issues facing our health sector, including:

  • Equity in health
  • Community health & well-being
  • Inter-professional & multi-disciplinary connections

Through participating in the Future of Health Disrupt Challenge, you will be immersed in a 48hr industry challenge that will help provide you with:

  • Opportunities to apply your studies to real world challenges;
  • Ability to connect with industry partners and mentors;
  • Connections with other students from across different disciplines;
  • A practical extracurricular experience for your C.V.

During the weekend of the Challenge, you will work in a multidisciplinary team of 3-5 students from across the region to tackle one of three Challenge questions set out by Te Papa Hauora. These will be revealed at our Challenging Briefing prior to the weekend. You can apply as an individual or as part of a team.

Throughout the Challenge, you will enjoy amazing free food, receive coaching from UCE staff as well as mentoring and input from health sector experts! At the end of the Challenge, your team will pitch your concept to a panel of judges and health experts.

Plus, you'll have the opportunity to win part of our $3,000 prize pool.

The Future of Health Challenge is the perfect opportunity for you to meet new people, hone your skills, build your CV, and have a real impact in the world!

In applying for the Challenge, you must be available for the following::

  • Challenge Briefing: 5pm - 7pm on Tuesday, 6th August (in-person or on-line)
  • Future of Health Challenge: 9am - 5pm on Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th August 2024 - Held at Manawa in the Health Precinct

INTERESTED??

Registrations must be submitted by: 11:59pm, Sunday 4th August.

For any questions, please contact uce@canterbury.ac.nz

For more info visit:

https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/study/academic-study/business/about-uc-business-school/centre-for-entrepreneurship

 Register Here:

https://forms.gle/YxJJiKEaRhNfcXBh6

Why sign up?

  • Work in a collaborative environment.
  • Meet interesting new people from a range of disciplines.
  • Develop your creativity, innovation, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Build experience in creating a compelling, professional presentation.
  • Network with mentors and industry experts.
  • Have something meaningful to put on your CV.
  • Enjoy awesome food throughout!
  • Be in to win cash prizes!

Who should sign up?

This Challenge is designed for tertiary students of any discipline and any level (from first-year to post-grad) who live/study in the Canterbury region.

Do I need a team in advance?

If you already have a team, that’s great and you can register as a team (3 to 5 people max.). Otherwise, we will organise a team for you. All you need to do is register!

Who is running the Challenge?

The UC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Te Papa Hauora are working in partnership to deliver The Future of Health Challenge.

Key dates

  • Registrations Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 4th August.
  • Challenge Briefing: 5pm - 7pm on Tuesday, 6th August (in-person or on-line)
  • Future of Health Challenge: 9am - 5pm on Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th August 2024 - Held at Manawa in the Health Precinct

If you have any questions, feel free to email uce@canterbury.ac.nz

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