How long does it take to start a business?
We understand it can be useful to have a guideline for how long it takes to start a business, but it varies from person to person. It can take anywhere from a few weeks to [...]
What’s the difference between freelancing, owning a business and self-employment?
What's the difference between freelancing, owning a business and self-employment? Self-employment means working for yourself, rather than being employed by a company or other person. If you're self-employed, you have to submit your own tax [...]
What is the difference between Propeller and the Careers service?
What is the difference between Propeller and the Careers service? The UCLan Careers service offers advice and support surrounding employability and career paths. On CareersEDGE, they have many resources to understand your skill set, as [...]
Do I have to pay anything?
Do I have to pay anything? Propeller offers free business support to students and alumni of UCLan. This includes all of our workshops, 1-1 mentor advice, networking events and online professional development. Renting a desk [...]
How can you help me if I already work for myself?
How can you help me if I already work for myself? Our mentors can offer you 1-1 advice to help you grow your business, as well as help with tax returns. We also have external [...]
Can I use the Propeller Hub?
Can I use the Propeller Hub? The Propeller Hub is usually open to students, alumni and external businesses for a charge. Some businesses have returned post-lockdown, but we are still operating at a limited capacity. [...]
Is any funding available?
Is any funding available? We usually run the Propeller Enterprise Award twice a year for current students and recent graduates (graduated in the last 12 months). This gives each winning project up to £1,000 to work [...]
How do I register?
How do I register? You can book onto workshops online, or request a 1-1 through email. The first time we see you, we'll give you a form to fill in.
Who is eligible to use the service?
Who is eligible to use the service? We primarily serve students, staff members and alumni of UCLan. If you are a business, you can still access our support if you're a member of the Centre [...]