Teaching & modules
Teaching methods - what to expect
We use lectures, seminars and group tutorials to deliver most of the modules on the course. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study.
The total contact time for each 15-credit taught module is typically 20-30 hours. These sessions will include lectures, teacher-led and student-led group discussions based on the main areas of study. Each 15-credit taught module has approximately 120-130 hours of self-guided learning time.
You will also receive a three-hour dissertation workshop plus three additional hours of one-to-one dissertation supervision.
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
Assessment
- Written/practical examinations
- Coursework
- Individual or group projects and presentations
Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include coursework and individual or group projects and presentations.
Modules
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits.
Required Modules
You are required to take:
- Business Strategy for Entrepreneurs (15 credits)
- International Competitiveness, Business Strategy, and Innovation (15 credits)
- Research Methods (15 credits)
- Venture Financing (15 credits)
- Venture Growth (15 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional Modules
In addition, you are required to take 45 credits from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:
- Business Model Innovation and Intellectual Property (15 credits)
- Digital Marketing (15 credits)
- Social and Sustainable Entrepreneurship (15 credits)
- High-tech Entrepreneurship and Commercialisation (15 credits)
- Entrepreneurship in Family Business (15 credits)
- European Business and Corporate Studies (15 credits)
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Duration:
One year
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026