In 2005-6 graduates formed 1,172 new businesses, with an annual turnover of around £85m
The University of Warwick Science Park Access to Finance programme helps growth-orientated companies, particularly those in the technology and knowledge-based sectors, to raise start-up and development capital from ‘business angels’, venture capital funds, banks and corporate investors.
In addition the science park offers business support services that include technology marketing, corporate venturing, market research, property services, student projects, new business creation, mentoring and business development.