Research. Business.
Impact!
Hinksey Labs was founded by Oxford scholars with a mission to cultivate the next generation of impact-driven business leaders. We provide a world-class practical research programme connecting exceptional high school students with leading academics, industry experts, and impact organisations.
Research. Business.
Impact!
Research. Business. Impact!
Hinksey Labs was founded by Oxford scholars with a mission to cultivate the next generation of impact-driven business leaders. We provide a world-class practical research programme connecting exceptional high school students with leading academics, industry experts, and impact organisations.
Hinksey Labs was founded by Oxford scholars with a mission to cultivate the next generation of impact-driven business leaders. We provide a world-class practical research programme connecting exceptional high school students with leading academics, industry experts, and impact organisations.
Hinksey Labs was founded by Oxford scholars with a mission to cultivate the next generation of impact-driven business leaders. We provide a world-class practical research programme connecting exceptional high school students with leading academics, industry experts, and impact organisations.
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We hold our programme to the highest standards, supporting Hinksey Scholars in becoming socially conscious business leaders and translating their experience into college and career success.
We hold our programme to the highest standards, supporting Hinksey Scholars in becoming socially conscious business leaders and translating their experience into college and career success.
What You Will Do
What You Will Do
What You Will Do
Learn Business & Research
Students accepted into the highly selective Hinksey Labs Young Scholars Programme join small teams mentored by a dedicated PhD/MBA scholar from Ivy League- and Oxbridge-level universities and participate in joint expert sessions with top university professors, startup operators, and impact experts. Hinksey Scholars immerse themselves in an MBA-based curriculum through 2-hour weekly live online instruction, office hours, self-paced learning, and a real-world research project. The curriculum includes research methods, competitive analysis, business models, marketing, impact assessment, and much more!
Mentorship by PhD/MBA scholars from Ivy League- and Oxbridge-level universities
Sessions with top university professors, start-up operators, and impact experts
MBA-based curriculum tailored for high school students
Learn Business & Research
Students accepted into the highly selective Hinksey Labs Young Scholars Programme join small teams mentored by a dedicated PhD/MBA scholar from Ivy League- and Oxbridge-level universities and participate in joint expert sessions with top university professors, startup operators, and impact experts. Hinksey Scholars immerse themselves in an MBA-based curriculum through 2-hour weekly live online instruction, office hours, self-paced learning, and a real-world research project. The curriculum includes research methods, competitive analysis, business models, marketing, impact assessment, and much more!
Mentorship by PhD/MBA scholars from
Ivy League- and Oxbridge-level universities
Sessions with top university professors,
start-up operators, and impact experts
MBA-based curriculum tailored for
high school students
Learn Business & Research
Students accepted into the highly selective Hinksey Labs Young Scholars Programme join small teams mentored by a dedicated PhD/MBA scholar from Ivy League- and Oxbridge-level universities and participate in joint expert sessions with top university professors, startup operators, and impact experts. Hinksey Scholars immerse themselves in an MBA-based curriculum through 2-hour weekly live online instruction, office hours, self-paced learning, and a real-world research project. The curriculum includes research methods, competitive analysis, business models, marketing, impact assessment, and much more!
Mentorship by PhD/MBA scholars from Ivy League- and Oxbridge-level universities
Sessions with top university professors, start-up operators, and impact experts
MBA-based curriculum tailored for high school students
Create Real-World Impact
Alongside their learning, Hinksey Scholars conduct a research-based consulting project, producing strategic reports for real impact-driven organisations. These deliverables are presented directly to the organisations and validated during a pitch day before a panel of experts.
Consult for real impact-driven organisations
Gain research, business, and impact experience
Strengthen soft skills, such as team collaboration and public speaking
Create Real-World Impact
Alongside their learning, Hinksey Scholars conduct a research-based consulting project, producing strategic reports for real impact-driven organisations. These deliverables are presented directly to the organisations and validated during a pitch day before a panel of experts.
Consult for real impact-driven organisations
Gain research, business, and impact experience
Strengthen soft skills, such as team collaboration and public speaking
Create Real-World Impact
Alongside their learning, Hinksey Scholars conduct a research-based consulting project, producing strategic reports for real impact-driven organisations. These deliverables are presented directly to the organisations and validated during a pitch day before a panel of experts.
Consult for real impact-driven organisations
Gain research, business, and impact experience
Strengthen soft skills, such as team collaboration and public speaking
Gain a Competitive Edge
We proudly offer a blend of academic excellence and practical business and impact experience that’s rarely accessible to high school students. Join us to become part of a network of change-makers, develop a research mindset, sharpen your business acumen, build skills to drive real impact, and gain a competitive edge for college admissions and beyond!
Engage with top academics and industry leaders
Gain knowledge and practical experience in research, business, and impact
Translate your achievements into a compelling college application
Join a network of young change-makers
Gain a Competitive Edge
We proudly offer a blend of academic excellence and practical business and impact experience that’s rarely accessible to high school students. Join us to become part of a network of change-makers, develop a research mindset, sharpen your business acumen, build skills to drive real impact, and gain a competitive edge for college admissions and beyond!
Engage with top academics and industry leaders
Gain knowledge and practical experience in research, business, and impact
Translate your achievements into a compelling college application
Join a network of young change-makers
Gain a Competitive Edge
We proudly offer a blend of academic excellence and practical business and impact experience that’s rarely accessible to high school students. Join us to become part of a network of change-makers, develop a research mindset, sharpen your business acumen, build skills to drive real impact, and gain a competitive edge for college admissions and beyond!
Engage with top academics and industry leaders
Gain knowledge and practical experience in research, business, and impact
Translate your achievements into a compelling college application
Join a network of young change-makers
Hinksey Labs in Numbers
Hinksey Labs in Numbers
Hinksey Labs in Numbers
12 Weeks
12 Weeks
12 Weeks
Duration
Duration
Duration
16 hrs
16 hrs
16 hrs
PhD/MBA Mentor
PhD/MBA Mentor
PhD/MBA Mentor
8 hrs
8 hrs
8 hrs
Expert Sessions
Expert Sessions
Expert Sessions
6 hrs
6 hrs
Office Hours
Office Hours
6 hrs
Office Hours
Unlimited
Unlimited
Unlimited
Email Guidance
Email Guidance
Email Guidance
4-6
4-6
Students per Team
Students per Team
4-6
Students per Team
Programme Outcomes
Programme Outcomes
Programme Outcomes
Engagement with top academics and industry experts
Engagement with top academics and industry experts
Engagement with top academics and industry experts
Applicable research project
Applicable research project
Applicable research project
Tangible impact on real-world organisations
Tangible impact on real-world organisations
Tangible impact on real-world organisations
Fundamental understanding of core MBA-level concepts
Fundamental understanding of core MBA-level concepts
Fundamental understanding of core MBA-level concepts
Hinksey Labs completion certificate
Hinksey Labs completion certificate
Hinksey Labs completion certificate
Letter of recommendation
Letter of recommendation
Letter of recommendation
Programme Structure
Programme Structure
Programme Structure
At Hinksey, you will engage in weeks filled with a diverse range of topics, complemented by practical research and office hours.
At Hinksey, you will engage in weeks filled with a diverse range of topics, complemented by practical research and office hours.
At Hinksey, you will engage in weeks filled with a diverse range of topics, complemented by practical research and office hours.
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
WEEK 1
Problem Definition and Research Tools
WEEK 2
Customer Pain Points
WEEK 3
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 4
Market Sizing and Competitive Analysis
WEEK 5
Business Model
WEEK 6
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 7
Revenue Model & Cost Structuree
WEEK 8
Marketing
WEEK 9
Professor / Industry Expert Session
WEEK 10
Impact Assessment
WEEK 11
Additional Topics and Review Session
WEEK 12
Presentations to Judging Panel 🎉
Executive Team
Executive Team
Executive Team
Simon Kotlerman, Esq, MBA
Programme Director
Simon Kotlerman is an entrepreneur with a diverse career spanning law, consulting, and start-ups. He began his career as a legal practitioner at a financial regulator, later transitioning into strategy consulting and business development. Dedicated to creating social impact through business, Simon served as a research fellow with the United Nations Development Programme (GRP) and assumed various leadership roles, such as serving on the board of an NGO addressing youth violence and co-chairing the Oxford Entrepreneurship Network. Simon holds an LLB in Law and a BA in Economics from Tel Aviv University, an MBA from the University of Oxford, and has completed executive education at UC Berkeley, UCT, and HKU.
Simon Kotlerman, Esq, MBA
Programme Director
Simon Kotlerman is an entrepreneur with a diverse career spanning law, consulting, and start-ups. He began his career as a legal practitioner at a financial regulator, later transitioning into strategy consulting and business development. Dedicated to creating social impact through business, Simon served as a research fellow with the United Nations Development Programme (GRP) and assumed various leadership roles, such as serving on the board of an NGO addressing youth violence and co-chairing the Oxford Entrepreneurship Network. Simon holds an LLB in Law and a BA in Economics from Tel Aviv University, an MBA from the University of Oxford, and has completed executive education at UC Berkeley, UCT, and HKU.
Simon Kotlerman, Esq, MBA
Programme Director
Simon Kotlerman is an entrepreneur with a diverse career spanning law, consulting, and start-ups. He began his career as a legal practitioner at a financial regulator, later transitioning into strategy consulting and business development. Dedicated to creating social impact through business, Simon served as a research fellow with the United Nations Development Programme (GRP) and assumed various leadership roles, such as serving on the board of an NGO addressing youth violence and co-chairing the Oxford Entrepreneurship Network. Simon holds an LLB in Law and a BA in Economics from Tel Aviv University, an MBA from the University of Oxford, and has completed executive education at UC Berkeley, UCT, and HKU.
Candidate Profile
Candidate Profile
Candidate Profile
We seek academically driven and passionate students while valuing diverse strengths and experiences. Don’t be discouraged if you do not meet every criterion; we assess applications holistically.
Academic Excellence
High school students (Grades 9–12) with a strong academic record, such as:
USA: GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
UK: Predicted or achieved grades of AAB or higher at A-Level or equivalent, or 6+ in relevant subjects at GCSE/IGCSE.
Europe (IB): An IB score of 33+, with 5s or higher in relevant subjects.
Other systems: Equivalent high academic achievement (e.g., French Baccalauréat, German Abitur, etc.).
Academic Excellence
High school students (Grades 9–12) with a strong academic record, such as:
USA: GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
UK: Predicted or achieved grades of AAB or higher at A-Level or equivalent, or 6+ in relevant subjects at GCSE/IGCSE.
Europe (IB): An IB score of 33+, with 5s or higher in relevant subjects.
Other systems: Equivalent high academic achievement (e.g., French Baccalauréat, German Abitur, etc.).
Academic Excellence
High school students (Grades 9–12) with a strong academic record, such as:
USA: GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
UK: Predicted or achieved grades of AAB or higher at A-Level or equivalent, or 6+ in relevant subjects at GCSE/IGCSE.
Europe (IB): An IB score of 33+, with 5s or higher in relevant subjects.
Other systems: Equivalent high academic achievement (e.g., French Baccalauréat, German Abitur, etc.).
Standardised Test Scores (Optional)
SAT: 1200+ or ACT: 25+.
Standardised Test Scores (Optional)
SAT: 1200+ or ACT: 25+.
Standardised Test Scores (Optional)
SAT: 1200+ or ACT: 25+.
Intellectual Curiosity
Demonstrated passion for business, social impact, or entrepreneurship through extracurricular activities, projects, or research.
Intellectual Curiosity
Demonstrated passion for business, social impact, or entrepreneurship through extracurricular activities, projects, or research.
Intellectual Curiosity
Demonstrated passion for business, social impact, or entrepreneurship through extracurricular activities, projects, or research.
Language Proficiency
TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.5+ (if English is not your first language).
Language Proficiency
TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.5+ (if English is not your first language).
Language Proficiency
TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.5+ (if English is not your first language).
Application Timeline
Application Timeline
Application Timeline
Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Exclusive perks for spring cohort: founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
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Applications for the Hinksey Labs Spring 2025 Young Scholars cohort are now open!
To apply for the programme, applicants must submit their application kit by their chosen deadline. We encourage early submissions to increase your chances of admission and benefit from early-bird tuition rates.
Exclusive perks for 1st spring cohort! Founder scholarship and a personalised letter of recommendation
Applications for the Hinksey Labs Spring 2025 Young Scholars cohort are now open!
To apply for the programme, applicants must submit their application kit by their chosen deadline. We encourage early submissions to increase your chances of admission and benefit from early-bird tuition rates.
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Applications for the Hinksey Labs Spring 2025 Young Scholars cohort are now open!
To apply for the programme, applicants must submit their application kit by their chosen deadline. We encourage early submissions to increase your chances of admission and benefit from early-bird tuition rates.
Early-bird application deadline: 17 February 2025
Early-bird application deadline: 17 February 2025
Regular application deadline: 3 March 2025
Regular application deadline: 3 March 2025
Programme start date: Week of 24 March 2025
Programme start date: Week of 24 March 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Overview
Application
Academics
Outcomes
What is the Hinksey Labs Young Scholars Programme, and what makes it unique?
Who are the instructors, and what experience do they bring?
Who is eligible to apply for this programme?
What is the structure of the programme?
Overview
Application
Academics
Outcomes
What is the Hinksey Labs Young Scholars Programme, and what makes it unique?
Who are the instructors, and what experience do they bring?
Who is eligible to apply for this programme?
What is the structure of the programme?
Overview
Application
Academics
Outcomes
