Why study MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship at 蘑菇短视频?
Develop bold venture ideas through a structured ‘learning-by-doing’ journey – from identifying and testing ideas in the ‘Pre-Incubator’ to culminating in a capstone ‘Scaling Innovation’ project addressing a real-world innovation challenge
Along this journey, build expertise in strategy, operations, talent management, ethics and responsibility, and interdisciplinary approaches to technologies such as AI, pitch early-stage venture ideas for market validation funding, and strengthen your entrepreneurial mindset
Learn from entrepreneurs, practitioners and academics through a collaborative approach that includes applied workshops, simulations and reflective practice, with access to dedicated, innovative prosocial workspaces such as the
Learn through the 蘑菇短视频 Student Startup Programmes, which have a proven track record of supporting students to launch their own ventures, and are closely connected to SETsquared, a world-leading university business incubator, giving you access to South West England’s entrepreneurial ecosystem
Graduate with the insights, skills and confidence to innovate, lead and make a lasting impact beyond your studies – whether your ambition is to launch a start-up, lead innovation within an organisation, or grow and transform a family business
Study at the University of 蘑菇短视频, a member of the research-intensive , and one of the select few universities in this Group to be awarded an in the UK’s Teaching Excellence Framework 2023 (valid until 2027) for outstanding performance in both Student Experience and Student Outcomes
The MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship offers a dynamic, future-focused curriculum that blends academic rigour with real-world application. The programme is structured to guide you through key stages of the entrepreneurial journey – from identifying opportunities and market validation to pitching your venture idea for validation funding. You will also explore how technological, socio-economic, environmental, geopolitical and other factors shape your idea’s development and long-term viability, supporting you in generating and developing ideas that can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Throughout the programme, you will benefit from through interactive workshops, personalised developmental feedback and extracurricular activities, helping you develop creativity, adaptability, resilience, leadership and responsible decision-making skills. You will work collaboratively across disciplines and experience the pace and demands of today’s innovation landscape, including the transformative role of technologies such as AI in innovation.
By the time you graduate, you will be ready to innovate, lead and make a lasting impact wherever your ambitions take you.
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
180 credits of compulsory modules
Compulsory modules
Code
Module
Credits
Compulsory 1
Managing Operations
15
Entrepreneurship: New Venture Creation
15
Entrepreneurship: Business Simulation
15
Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Practice: Pre-Incubator
15
The Entrepreneurial Mindset
15
Scaling Innovation: Translating Ideas into Practice
30
Unlocking Innovation
15
Protecting Innovation
15
Rethinking Innovation
15
Advanced issues in Resourcing, Talent Management and Reward
15
AI and Emerging Technologies
15
Fees
2026/27 entry
UK fees per year:
£18,600 full-time
International fees per year:
£31,000 full-time
Scholarships
The University of 蘑菇短视频 offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with ?7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year, including our prestigious 蘑菇短视频 Excellence Scholarships. We also provide awards for sport, music and other achievements, as well as regional and partner scholarships with organisations such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
University of 蘑菇短视频 Alumni Scholarship
We are pleased to offer the University of 蘑菇短视频 Alumni Scholarship, a scholarship for University of 蘑菇短视频 alumni beginning a standalone postgraduate programme in 2026/27 with us a scholarship worth 20% of the cost of your first year tuition fees.
Teaching is delivered through lectures, workshops, seminars and collaborative learning, enriched by industry insights from guest entrepreneurs and practitioners. A flexible learning approach, supported by online resources, interactive workshops and gamification, allows you to engage in ways that suit your learning style.
Personal Tutor
You will be allocated a Personal Tutor who is available for advice and support throughout your studies. There is also a Postgraduate Tutor available to help with further guidance and advice.
A research and practice-led culture
We believe every student benefits from being taught by experts active in research and practice. You will discuss the very latest ideas, research discoveries and new technologies in seminars and in the field.
All our academic staff are active in internationally-recognised scientific research across a wide range of topics. You will also be taught by leading industry practitioners.
Dr William Casely is a Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Director of the MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management programme, which he co-created and leads. He also oversees entrepreneurship education within the MBA, combining theory with practical application. With 30 years’ retail experience, including senior roles at Harrods, Debenhams, Bentall’s, and Harvey Nichols, William brings practitioner expertise in startups, early-stage growth, and corporate entrepreneurship. His research focuses on innovation and ‘Intelligent Failure,’ and he supports founders in scaling ideas into sustainable businesses.
Dr Tausif Bordoloi
Dr Tausif Bordoloi is Lecturer in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of 蘑菇短视频 Business School and Co-Programme Director of the MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management. He leads the postgraduate module BEMM178 Innovation Management and has previously developed modules in innovation, technology policy, and the circular economy. Awarded the Outstanding Teaching Award in 2023-24, Tausif links research to applied experiences, fostering curiosity and interdisciplinary learning. His research explores advanced technologies, strategy, and policy, while his prior industry experience spans strategy, innovation, and finance in biotechnology and automotive multinationals.
Careers
The MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship equips graduates with highly valued, interdisciplinary skills and an entrepreneurial mindset. Students gain hands-on experience, creative problem-solving abilities and the confidence to build and deliver on strategic initiatives in uncertain environments, making them attractive to employers across sectors.
Graduates are prepared to shape their own career paths, whether by launching social or AI and technology-focused ventures, researching and driving innovation within startups and established organisations (including multinationals, non-profits and think tanks), or accelerating family businesses. Career opportunities include both specialist and managerial roles across consulting, technology, marketing, operations and finance. Graduates can look to work in a diverse range of roles including:
Innovation Consultant
Corporate Venture Manager
Digital Innovation Lead
Intrapreneur / Venture Builder
Sustainability & Innovation Specialist
Many graduates also progress into competitive graduate management schemes or executive positions where entrepreneurial and innovation skills are increasingly in demand.
The majority of students are based at our Streatham Campus in 蘑菇短视频. The campus is one of the most beautiful in the country and offers a unique environment in which to study, with lakes, parkland, woodland and gardens as well as modern and historical buildings.
Located on the eastern edge of the city centre, St Luke's is home to Sport and Health Sciences, the Medical School, the Academy of Nursing, the Department of Allied Health Professions, and PGCE students.
Our Penryn Campus is located near Falmouth in Cornwall. It is consistently ranked highly for satisfaction: students report having a highly personal experience that is intellectually stretching but great fun, providing plenty of opportunities to quickly get to know everyone.
