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Future Innovators

Future Innovators

Get behind the scenes of real innovation

KQ Liverpool’s Future Innovators Days are for Year 10 to 13 students, giving them the opportunity to see behind the doors of KQ Liverpool’s innovation organisations and businesses, to showcase the diverse range of career opportunities in the sector and break down barriers to opportunities.

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Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter is a hub of real innovation

Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter Innovation District spans more than half of Liverpool City Centre, stretching 450 acres. We’re home to university and hospital campuses where research and development activities spark new inventions and discoveries.

There’s an array of different businesses in a whole host of sectors, covering everything from health and life sciences to creative and digital; that students have access to.

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The world’s first school of tropical medicine, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, was founded in 1898 and is located in KQ Liverpool.

MyCardium AI is a UCL spin-out using "superhuman" AI to analyse cardiac images. It delivers faster, more precise measurements for heart conditions.

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The MTC is a research and technology centre for manufacturing aiming to take research from universities to industry.

Case Studies

Download our KQ Futures 24/25 annual report

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Discover all of our opportunities for schools

With the power of KQ Futures, we help young people imagine what’s possible, meet inspiring role models with Liverpool’s innovation district, and take their first steps into the world of work.

Career Insights

Our large-scale event for Year 7–9 students, introducing them to real employers through hands-on activities that build skills and spark ambition.

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KQ Interns

A three-week summer placement for students aged 16+, offering real work experience in Liverpool businesses to build skills and confidence.

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Animates

The Animates is a children’s book which aims to introduce the concept of innovation in Liverpool City Region to local primary school age students.

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We’re here to help students discover what’s out there. Whether you’re looking for a fun classroom activity or a workplace experience, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

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