Newport Engagement Hub
The Newport Engagement Hub is a dynamic space designed to inspire collaboration, foster innovation, and drive growth.
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With the resources of USW Exchange and the entrepreneurial energy of Startup Stiwdio, this is where ideas thrive, relationships are forged, and opportunities for innovation and growth come to life. The Newport Engagement Hub is your gateway to collaboration, creativity, and success.
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USW Exchange
USW Exchange is the gateway to building strong, collaborative partnerships that drive innovation and tackle global challenges. We connect businesses, organisations, and entrepreneurs with the university’s expertise, fostering knowledge exchange and creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
As a single front-door for business engagement, our dedicated team of Engagement Managers provides tailored support, including access to academic expertise, research opportunities, and signposting to funding. Whether you're looking to develop new ideas, access specialist knowledge, or build lasting partnerships, USW Exchange is here to help you make an impact.
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Startup Stiwdio
Startup Stiwdio at the Newport Engagement Hub is a vibrant space designed to support entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses. We offer a bespoke startup business support programme, providing access to industry experts, mentoring, and a welcoming co-working environment. Whether you need a professional space to meet clients, a flexible workspace, or the opportunity to expand your network, Startup Stiwdio is here to help you grow.
Members gain access to a range of business events, inspiring speakers, and valuable networking opportunities to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, Startup Stiwdio provides the resources, community, and support to help your business succeed.
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The Newport Engagement Hub is a collaborative space designed to bring together businesses, start-ups, students, and academics to foster innovation, knowledge exchange, and partnerships. The hub is home to USW Exchange, Startup Stiwdio, the South Wales Business School’s Business Clinic, and external engagement teams.
The opening times of the Newport Engagement Hub may vary depending on scheduled events and bookings. Typically, the hub operates during standard university hours:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
For specific opening times, extended hours, or weekend access, please contact the Engagement Team directly.
The hub is open to external partners, local businesses, entrepreneurs, community groups, Stiwdio members, USW graduates, and academics. It is designed to support networking, business growth, and collaboration.
You can book a space by contacting the USW Engagement team.
Yes! The hub is designed to support businesses, start-ups, and community organisations looking to collaborate with USW students and academics.
Pricing details depend on the nature of the booking. Spaces are free to use for meetings, collaboration, and non-commercial activities for Exchange Network members, Stiwdio members, and USW-related activities. However, if a business is using the space for commercial purposes, such as delivering paid training or events, a fee will apply. Contact us for pricing details.
The hub hosts a variety of workshops, business support events, networking events, business clinics, guest lectures, and start-up mentoring sessions. Keep an eye on our event calendar for upcoming opportunities.
Follow USW Exchange and Startup Stiwdio on social media, or sign up to our Exchange network to receive a regular newsletter containing our upcoming programme of events, networking opportunities and the latest on collaboration and innovation from across the University of South Wales.
The hub is located at USW Newport Campus and is easily accessible by public transport and car.
University of South Wales
Usk Way,
Newport,
NP20 2BP
Find out more on our Getting to Newport Campus page.
For general enquiries, bookings, or partnership opportunities, please contact us.