Entrepreneurship (Peter Coates) Staffordshire University

Overview

The programme of  Entrepreneurship (Peter Coates) at Staffordshire University has been designed by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs and has been developed in association with the Peter Coates Foundation. The Peter Coates Foundation is providing full bursaries for those eligible - applicants must apply separately to the Foundation to access that funding.

Furthermore, at the culmination of the course, individuals or teams of graduates will be able to pitch for either a £20,000 growth grant – designed to support smaller businesses – or up to £200,000 equity investment in their business idea.  Successful individuals and teams will also get the opportunity for ongoing mentoring and start-up support, as part of the Peter Coates Fast Forward programme*.

The course is designed to support you through your entrepreneurial journey. From understanding who you are, where your passions lie and how you might grow, to pitch decks, basic design skills and agile methodology that encourages you to fail fast.

Community and access to the startup ecosystem both regionally and across the UK are core pillars in the program. You’ll have access to your own dedicated startup space with cutting edge technical facilities and the course is filled with guest lecturers and teaching by entrepreneurs who’ve been there and done it.

Work placements

During the final semester of the MSc Entrepreneurship you will complete The Entrepreneurship Internship, which will entail developing your own venture, undertaking a placement in a start-up business or completing a project exploring potential opportunities in new markets. You will be able to choose the most suitable option depending on where you are on your entrepreneurship journey. 

The location of your placement/internship will depend on what sector you choose to work in and which business you would like to placed in. We have extensive links with a wide variety of businesses, but, as part of the course you will also be developing your own professional networks. Therefore, the location of your placement/internship is flexible and not pre-prescribed.