MBA or PhD student?

The tech industry thrives on innovative ideas and advanced research. Web Summit’s postgrad programme is now open to MBA and PhD students eager to contribute to the future of technology.

Successful applicants will get a discounted ticket to Web Summit, granting them full access to all three days of the event, including hundreds of talks, masterclasses, roundtables, and networking sessions.

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The world of tech continues to evolve through fresh perspectives

Our postgrad programme is all about empowering young people to own their development and build connections with like-minded students across Europe.

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The world’s best universities partner with us

Attend talks

With 15 content tracks, Web Summit has something for everyone. Learn about the most important topics in the tech world from entrepreneurs, decision-makers and cultural icons.

Build connections

We want to build an active network of post-grad professionals who are passionate about tech. Meet like-minded people and learn from one another as you create connections spanning countries and interests.

Join discussions

Our masterclasses and roundtables are collaborative and intimate gatherings of top speakers, exciting founders, influential investors and tech experts. Ready to expose yourself to new ideas?

Experience the event

The event floor is a hive of activity. Meet representatives of some of the world’s biggest companies, check out tech demonstrations and exciting new startups, or grab food from our vendors and soak in the experience.

What happens when I apply?

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Our team reviews applications

We favour current MBA and PhD students of any discipline who demonstrate entrepreneurial drive or an interest in tech.

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Successful applicants will receive a discount code via email

If you’re one of the lucky applicants, we’ll send you a discount code via email for the purchase of a Web Summit ticket.

Please note: There is a limit of one discounted ticket per person.

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Get your ticket, and meet us in November

All that’s left for you to do is purchase your ticket and start planning everything you want to achieve over an action-packed few days in Lisbon this November.

Meet the speakers

Centre Stage during the opening night of Web Summit 2023 at the Altice Arena in Lisbon, Portugal

“I had the great fortune of winning the ‘Golden Ticket’, making the entire experience unforgettable. Engaging with CEOs, world leaders, and experts in various fields was truly enriching, and the insights from renowned speakers on topics like tech, startups, VC, crypto, and more were fantastic.”

– Mohamed Elhassan, BSc Economics at London School of Economics and Amos Bursary scholar

“Throughout the week, I listened to various insightful discussions about a multitude of topics … these conversations have radically changed the way I view the technology and finance industries as a whole and have shown me that I have much to learn about these complex worlds.”

– Saphia Rahman, student at Queen Mary University of London and incoming IA analyst at Citi

Attendees at Q&A Stage during day two of Web Summit 2023 at the Altice Arena in Lisbon, Portugal

“Instead of letting my imposter syndrome take over, I chose to make the best of this opportunity…I went into the summit without a plan and ended up making the most meaningful connections and learning some valuable lessons.”

– Mohammad Mohib, graduate of Queen Mary University of London and head brand ambassador at Huzzle