ObjectivesThis programme aims to help you develop your knowledge and skills to a postgraduate standard and create commercial viable products and services.
Entry requirementsThe course is suitable for anyone who wishes to develop new creative products and services and lead new ventures. If you are a graduate from a creative or business discipline or someone wishing to refresh or re-orient their career, then the course is an attractive option.
Academic titleInnovation with Entrepreneurial Studies MA/MSc
Course descriptionThe Huddersfield area is the hub for a creative and digital ?cluster? recognised by government agencies as a major growth area in the regional economy.
The programme is open to anyone with a good first degree from almost any discipline, but it is expected to attract design, technology and business graduates particularly. The programme has run for over 10 years and students have contributed to its development as well as expanding their own careers.
Course Structure
Year 1 part-time
Innovation and Entrepreneurial Studies
Creativity and Innovative Futures
Innovation and Investigation Management
Creative Business Project Plan
You will need 60 credits for the award of Postgraduate Certificate in Innovation with Entrepreneurial Studies.
Year 2 part-time
Design and Marketing Innovation
New Product and Process Implementation
Innovation Workshops
Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Action
You will need 120 credits for the award of Postgraduate Diploma in Innovation with Entrepreneurial Studies.
Year 3 part-time
Major Project: Innovation in the Creative Economy
You will need 180 credits for the award of MA in Innovation with Entrepreneurial Studies