Bristol is fast becoming the UK’s leading hub for AI research and innovation,
yet it has never had a UK-wide hackathon.
So we're building one.
ImpactHack 2027 is Bristol's flagship AI and data
science hackathon, bringing together over 350 students to tackle
real-world challenges in tech, finance, health, sustainability, and more.
With hubs in Bristol and Mumbai, teams will have 24 hours to build a
working prototype, and the most
impactful solutions will take home prizes from our sponsors.
What better way to spend Valentine’s weekend?
Our sponsors.
FAQs.
What is a hackathon?
A hackathon is an event where teams build a working project from scratch in a short, fixed time: in this case, 24 hours. You pick a challenge, build a prototype with your team and present it to judges at the end. Expect workshops, mentors and a lot of new people to meet along the way.
Who can take part?
ImpactHack is run by students, for students. We’re expecting over 350 hackers from London, the South West and Mumbai.
I’ve never been to a hackathon. Can I still come?
Yes. Teams are cross-disciplinary and the challenges cover sustainability, health, finance and more, so there’s room for designers, analysts and subject experts as well as developers. First-timers are very welcome.
How much does it cost?
It’s completely free, with food and drinks provided over the weekend.
Do I need to apply in a team?
No. You can form teams with other participants before the hackathon starts.