Who We Are
Sapiens Nova Academy Limited is a dynamic and innovative educational institution dedicated to developing tailored, interactive insights in technology, innovation, venture investment and entrepreneurship. Our vision is to prepare young adults for future careers as venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and technology professionals through transformative education that unlocks each student's potential.
Explore our innovative programs designed to equip young adults for future careers in technology, entrepreneurship, and venture investment. In addition, we prioritize well-being by integrating art and culture into our curriculum.
Enroll now in our flagship summer programmes designed for future innovators and leaders.
⭐⭐⭐ Official Programme by Imperial College London (Exclusively offered to Sapiens Nova Academy)
A practical introduction to how engineers generate, modify, and use power in context of motorsport engineering
Discover how technology can support healthy living. Participants explore AI, sensing and robotics technologies to create prototypes that enhance physical and emotional well-being.
Explore our full range of innovative programs designed to equip young adults for future careers in technology, entrepreneurship, and venture investment.
The Venture Building & Innovation Programme is an immersive, international entrepreneurship experience designed for ambitious students who want to turn ideas into real-world tech ventures. Through intensive boot camps, hackathons, and innovation workshops in Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, Shenzhen, Saudi Arabia, and the UK, students gain hands-on experience building and pitching technology-driven solutions in global innovation hubs.
Find out moreThe Well-Being & Personal Development Programme is designed to support young adults and professionals in developing emotional resilience, clarity of purpose, and sustainable success habits. Led by a Cambridge-trained Educational Psychologist (PhD), the programme blends research-backed psychology with practical tools that participants can apply immediately in school, university, and professional life.
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The Art & Culture Programme offers students an immersive creative experience combining music performance, professional coaching, and Japanese animation workshops in an inspiring international setting. Hosted at a world-class theatre on Awaji Island, Japan, this programme allows students to train, create, and perform in a professional artistic environment while exploring one of the most influential creative cultures in the world.
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SNA Institute is established to nurture the growth and long-term development of ambitious young talents, with a focused specialisation in technology, innovation, and venture building. Through structured mentorship and customised Research & Development (R&D) programmes, the Institute equips students with the academic depth, innovation mindset, and real-world experience needed to stand out in competitive university admissions and future careers.
Find out moreThe 15-week venture building programme at Chulalongkorn University was transformative. I learned AI coding, built a robotic arm, and pitched my startup idea to real investors. This experience solidified my path towards entrepreneurship.
Alex Chen
BAScii Student
Attending the HKU Summer Institute boot camp was incredible. The hands-on robotics sessions and mentorship from venture capitalists gave me insights I couldn't get anywhere else. Highly recommend for anyone interested in tech ventures!
Emma Rodriguez
Year 12 Student
The Tech Boot Camp at Imperial College London exceeded all expectations. Working with industry experts and learning about AI applications in real-world scenarios was invaluable. This programme gave me the confidence to pursue computer science at university.
James Thompson
Year 11 Student
The Future by Design psychology programme helped me understand myself better through MBTI assessments and personal development coaching. The Cambridge psychologist leading the sessions provided incredible guidance for my academic and career planning.
Sarah Patel
Year 10 Student
Participating in the Nextg3n Web3 Hackathon in Riyadh was a game-changer. Meeting students from 16 different countries and working on cutting-edge blockchain projects opened my eyes to global opportunities in technology and innovation.
Mohammed Al-Fahad
University Student
The 15-week venture building programme at Chulalongkorn University was transformative. I learned AI coding, built a robotic arm, and pitched my startup idea to real investors. This experience solidified my path towards entrepreneurship.
Alex Chen
BAScii Student
Attending the HKU Summer Institute boot camp was incredible. The hands-on robotics sessions and mentorship from venture capitalists gave me insights I couldn't get anywhere else. Highly recommend for anyone interested in tech ventures!
Emma Rodriguez
Year 12 Student
The Tech Boot Camp at Imperial College London exceeded all expectations. Working with industry experts and learning about AI applications in real-world scenarios was invaluable. This programme gave me the confidence to pursue computer science at university.
James Thompson
Year 11 Student
The Future by Design psychology programme helped me understand myself better through MBTI assessments and personal development coaching. The Cambridge psychologist leading the sessions provided incredible guidance for my academic and career planning.
Sarah Patel
Year 10 Student
Participating in the Nextg3n Web3 Hackathon in Riyadh was a game-changer. Meeting students from 16 different countries and working on cutting-edge blockchain projects opened my eyes to global opportunities in technology and innovation.
Mohammed Al-Fahad
University Student
Our founding team unites exceptional expertise from prestigious global institutions. With backgrounds in AI and robotics research at Imperial College London, the founding CEO of a surgical robotics startup, and a founding leader at the deep-tech venture capital fund under Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP Ventures), we also benefit from our Education and Psychology Adviser from Cambridge University.
co-Founder
• co-Founder, AiVanse Technology Ltd
• Chief Scientific Officer, Precision Robotics Research Institute
• Visiting Reader, Imperial College London
• Adjunct Professor, Chulalongkorn University
• Former Reader, Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, Imperial College London
• Vice Chairman, HK Medical and Healthcare Foundation
• PhD in Computing - Imperial College London
co-Founder
• Founding Partner of venture studio, Turbulentos Ventures
• Former Founding Leader, US$120M HKSTP Ventures
• Adjunct Professor, Chulalongkorn University
• Council Member, Asian Fund for Cancer Research
• Chief Advisor, HK Startup Council (FHKI)
• Senior Advisor, w3 ff Venture Builder (web3 venture studio in Saudi Arabia)
Education & Psychology Advisor
• Founder, SynergisED (Research and Innovation Lab)
• Community Representative, Kennedy School Council, ESF Hong Kong
• Associate, Faculty of Psychology, Cambridge University
• Fellow, Royal Society of Arts
• Ph.D. in Education and Psychology, Cambridge University
