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the seraphim academy

For 10 years, Seraphim has backed ambitious SpaceTech founders. Join the world’s biggest portfolio of SpaceTech companies and scale your startup faster – 10 Unicorns and counting...

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about the academy

10 years, 15 cohorts, 119 companies supported, $1.6bn raised. Even the best need a refresh. We've listened to our alumni, we've watched the market mature - the traditional accelerator no longer works for high-speed startups. That's why, this November, we're launching the Seraphim Academy.

Our new model removes the bottlenecks for startups accessing capital. We've created a long-term programme, with a flexible and tailored approach for startups at all stages. With new delivery partners, a broader global network, the intakes will be smaller, but the offer is way bigger.

Seraphim Academy is the venture-led programme for SpaceTech startups ready to grow. Read about the five enhanced elements below.

rolling programme

The Academy is designed to bring companies into the programme on a rolling basis, rather than asking every founder to follow the same fixed cohort schedule. This gives you a more flexible way to access support as you build. See FAQs for how this works.

Tailored approach

No two SpaceTech companies face exactly the same challenges. The Academy brings together fundraising, commercial and operational support, tailored to each company's stage and priorities. Founders can gain support across investor readiness, pitch refinement and fundraising strategy, as well as business development, financial planning and expansion into new markets. The Academy also helps companies navigate the realities of scaling in the space sector, from hiring and mission assurance to licensing, compliance, government opportunities and engagement with agencies and prime contractors.

global mentors

Founders can learn from experienced entrepreneurs and specialists across Seraphim’s global network. Alongside practical guidance, the Academy creates opportunities to connect with people who understand the space sector and the markets startups want to enter. Our mentors comprise leaders across industry, academia, entrepreneurship, government and defence. These mentors lie at the forefront of policy; so how will your technology inform their global view?

International Events

Go to where the people are. Our programme of in-person events is built around major industry conferences. As well as conference access, we incorporate side events such as dinners, breakfasts and partner site visits to maximise visibility and interaction with the space ecosystem in any given locality. See the FAQs for the list of events we will be present at.

Fundraising. Scaling. Operationalising.

Three pillars, with support shaped around what your startup needs most at its current stage.

how to apply

Seraphim Academy is a venture-led programme for SpaceTech startups ready to grow. It brings together investment, practical support and access to Seraphim’s network to help founders build stronger businesses and prepare for their next stage of growth.

Applications are Open

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frequently asked questions

Which events will Seraphim be attending?

The Seraphim team is planning to attend the events shown below across 2026 and 2027. You can also download the full events list as a PDF.

Year (16)

Year (14)

How does the Seraphim Academy work?

You can register your interest at any time by submitting an application form and video pitch. Applications are reviewed quarterly, and selected startups then move through a four-week onboarding period, when the programme is shaped around their needs and the necessary documentation is completed

Year (12)

The Academy is delivered over 6-12 months through a mix of virtual and in-person support. Founders can access on-demand content, workshops and mentor engagement, alongside opportunities for office hours, site visits, conferences and networking events.

Year (13)