Generation Innovation (Gen I) comes to Sofia this Autumn

Generation Innovation (Gen I) is an unparalleled three-month multidisciplinary program that bring together students from different universities and majors to work together on real-world business challenges, supported by mentors and leading companies.

The Gen I program develops skills for systemic innovation through the Design Thinking methodology – inspired by the Stanford d.school – and the principles of radical collaboration. The Sofia edition is carried out in cooperation and with the support of eight leading universities: Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Technical University of Sofia, University of National and World Economy, University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, Medical University – Sofia, University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts “Kr. Sarafov”, andthe National Academy of Art. It is precisely such diversity of backgrounds, knowledge, and professional perspectives that lie at the heart of Gen I.

If you want to:

Applications are now open to all current students from state universities in Sofia, regardless of their major. 

Application deadline: October 26, 2026.