UOW PitchX

Activity overview

How is this program run?

This program is running in-person.


What will I do?

UOW PitchX is a reverse pitching competition where students are asked to pitch terrible ideas.

Students are encouraged to submit terrible ideas and then will go on to form teams, further develop the idea, attend pitch training, performance training, collaborative meetings and then compete on stage in a final event, presenting their horrible idea to a judging panel.

Prizes will be given to team in the categories of worst idea, best worst costumes and best prototype.


How will I benefit?

You will:

  • Gain experience working in teams
  • Undergo pitch training
  • Gain skills in public speaking, presentation, creativity, communication and self-awareness

How do I apply?

Please visit the UOW PitchX registration website.


Are there any special requirements for this role?

No, the program is available to all current UOW students.


Minimum requirements for UOWx recognition

To receive UOWx Recognition, you must complete the following:

  • An "engaged" student will need to attend 80% of activities and participated in the Pitch Final
  • A "highly engaged" student will need to attend and participate in all activities, including the Pitch Final

Further information

Please visit the UOW PitchX website.

Where? When? Time commitment Type Learning Streams
  • Wollongong
  • Autumn Session
  • Spring Session
  • Summer
  • Winter
Weekly commitment of approximately three hours for six weeks.
  • Volunteer
  • Collaboration and Communication
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring and Wellbeing