BSc (Hons) in Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Course Overview
Graduates from the current BSc (Hons) in Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship combine knowledge of business modules with design and engineering to give an appreciation of engineering in a product development context. The programme aim is to take an idea through the steps required to develop strategies in product realisation but also have the mind-set capable of recognising and pursuing business opportunities in an entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial manner. Graduates in BSc in Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship combine the knowledge of business modules with design to take an idea through the steps required to develop strategies in product realisation.
What makes this course different
Interdisciplinary Nature
The programme will equip students with the necessary complementary skills to recognise and exploit the commercial potential of a venture while understanding the engineering implications of design. The programme aims to enhance the creative and innovative ability of the learner and to foster an understanding of the need for continuous development to maintain an entrepreneurial culture.
Industrial Projects
Capacity to work on industry projects while learning and adding value to your company.
Inclusive Approaches to Innovation Education
The course was envisioned as a blend of engineering principles, innovation labs, and inclusive entrepreneurship education. It aimed to break barriers for underrepresented learners, support cross-disciplinary learning, and bring together startup tools with wellness and storytelling approaches. Examples included the use of LEGO Serious Play, VR prototyping, and themed team-based sprints. Industry case studies will form the basis of illustrating the innovation process.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates have continued to many companies in the region including Enersol, Boeing, Abcon, SQS, Pro-Stainless, PayPal and local authorities. They have added to their capacities and have generally returned at higher levels to prior to commencing the programme.
Course Delivery and Modules
The course will be delivered flexibly, with 1 evening of online lectures per week as well as one full day in person at DkIT to complete group work assignments, projects, and laboratories. This will foster a sense of collegiality in the class and help build links between students.
Provisionally Thursday evening online lecture, In in-person attendance on Fridays.
Semester 1:
- Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Online after bootcamp start)
- Project Engineering 1
- Sales and Marketing
Semester 2:
- Digital prototyping & smart product development (online)
- Legal, IP and commercialisation
- Innovation Management
Semester 1:
- New venture finance (online)
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Sustainability
- Project Management
Semester 2:
- Startup innovation and business modelling (online)
- Project engineering 2
- Scaling and digital growth
Education Progression
MEng in Mechanical Engineering
Fees and Funding
Fees
Entry requirements
Applicants must have a level 7 major award (or equivalent) in Engineering, Science or a technical area, with an average grade of 40% or above.
The Institute reserves the right to determine the suitability and relevance of feeder programmes.
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Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).