Startup Builder 2025

Startup Builder is our brand-new programme designed to help founders grow and develop their early-stage ideas.



This year, we’re offering four expert-led workshops, chosen by students, for students, to give you the practical skills you need to build your startup.

Legal Basics - 10 October 2025

Get your startup off the ground with confidence.

In this session, we’ll cover the essential legal knowledge every early-stage founder needs to know. You’ll gain clarity on how to set your company up for success from day one.

We’ll explore:

• Different entity structures
• The process of company registration in the UK
• Key Company Foundation Documents
• The basics of share options and how to use them to build your team
• The difference between employees and consultants
• An introduction to your first investment round

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to firm up your foundations, this session will give you the tools to build your business on solid legal ground.

Privacy notice: 

Please note that we may take photos and videos at this event to help promote our services within the University of Edinburgh and beyond. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please speak to a member of the team before the event begins. 

Accessibility notice: 

If you have any questions or accessibility requirements, please don’t hesitate to email us. We’re committed to making our programmes as inclusive and accessible as possible.