Entrepreneurship & Innovation BA/BSc
Study of how new ideas, businesses, and products are developed, exploring creativity, opportunity recognition, business start-up processes, and the mindset required to drive innovation in any sector.
Is this for you?
This degree could suit you if you:
Want to start your own business
Enjoy creative thinking
Like problem-solving
Are ambitious and self-motivated
Are interested in innovation
Popular Career Fields
Business & Management
Technology & Startups
Consulting
Venture Capital & Investment
Your Personality Might Be:
Risk-taker
Technology & Startups
Self-motivated
Opportunity-spotter
What is it?
What is a degree in Entrepreneurship & Innovation?
This degree focuses on the principles and practices of starting and growing new ventures, as well as how innovation transforms organisations and industries.
You’ll learn how entrepreneurs identify opportunities, test ideas, secure resources, and build sustainable business models. The programme also explores how established companies innovate through technology, creativity, and strategic change.
The degree blends business knowledge with hands-on entrepreneurial experience. Students often work on real projects, pitch ideas, design prototypes, and collaborate with start-ups, incubators, or entrepreneurial networks.
Why Study Entrepreneurship & Innovation?
If you're excited by ideas, problem-solving, or the possibility of launching your own venture, this degree offers a practical and inspiring path.
It helps you understand:
How to evaluate and develop business ideas
What makes products, services, and business models innovative
How new ventures grow and secure funding
How to manage risk, uncertainty, and creative projects
How organisations foster innovation and adapt to change
Entrepreneurship & Innovation develops valuable skills for start-ups, creative industries, consultancy, and leadership roles.
Course Summary
Study of how new ideas, businesses, and products are developed, exploring creativity, opportunity recognition, business start-up processes, and the mindset required to drive innovation in any sector.
What you'll study
Most Entrepreneurship & Innovation students study topics such as:
Opportunity identification and entrepreneurial thinking
Business start-up processes and venture creation
Innovation management, creativity, and design thinking
Marketing, finance, and operations for new ventures
Business models, prototyping, and pitching
Digital innovation, sustainability, and emerging technologies
Skills You'll Gain
An Entrepreneurship & Innovation degree builds both analytical and professional skills, which could include:
Creative and entrepreneurial thinking – enabling you to generate ideas and identify opportunities for innovation.
Business planning and strategic analysis – helping you develop and evaluate sustainable business models.
Communication and pitching skills – supporting the clear and persuasive presentation of ideas to stakeholders.
Teamwork and project leadership – preparing you to collaborate effectively and manage entrepreneurial projects.
Adaptability and resilience – equipping you to navigate uncertainty and respond creatively to challenges.
Pathways, Placements and Work Experience
CAREERS
Career Pathways
Graduates might pursue careers in:
Entrepreneurship (launching their own businesses)
Innovation management and product development
Business consulting and strategic analysis
Marketing, digital innovation, or project management
Start-ups, incubators, and venture capital environments
Creative industries and social enterprise
Work Experiences & Placements
Opportunities may include:
Internships in start-ups, SMEs, or innovation teams
Business incubators or accelerator programmes
Consultancy-style university projects
Entrepreneurial competitions or hackathons
International placements or study abroad
Some programmes allow students to work on their own business during the degree.
Salary Profile
Coming soon
Qualifications, Personal Satement, What to do Next?
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Entry Requirements
A-levels or equivalent with no specific subjects required, though Business, Economics, or Maths are useful.
Personal Statement Tips
Show genuine interest in innovation, creativity, or enterprise.
Mention entrepreneurial experiences, even small ones (school projects, side hustles, fundraising).
Reflect on business ideas, industries, or innovations that fascinate you.
Highlight problem-solving, initiative, curiosity, and teamwork.
What to do Next
Explore modules in design thinking, digital innovation, or venture creation.
Research universities with incubators or strong start-up ecosystems.
Begin developing ideas or small projects to build experience.
Stay informed about start-up trends and emerging technologies.
Wider Reading
The Lean Startup – Eric Ries
A key book on innovation, experimentation, and building successful ventures.Zero to One – Peter Thiel
A thought-provoking guide to creating unique, disruptive businesses.Creativity, Inc. – Ed Catmull
Insights into creativity and leadership from the co-founder of Pixar.Value Proposition Design – Osterwalder et al.
A practical handbook for developing products and services customers want.