Master in Innovation
Interdisciplinary master’s programme blending law, business, and society to shape innovation ecosystems.
Best for:Best for students with a background in law, economics, or social sciences who want to explore innovation from interdisciplinary perspectives and gain practical experience through thesis or industry placement.
Overview
The Master in Innovation at Université de Neuchâtel offers a multidisciplinary curriculum designed for students from diverse academic backgrounds. It combines core courses with three specializations—Innovation and Society, R&D Management, and Innovation Law—alongside cross-disciplinary electives. Graduates can choose between completing a master’s thesis or undertaking a work placement, ensuring practical relevance. This programme is ideal for those seeking to understand innovation dynamics across legal, economic, and societal frameworks.
What you'll do
- Complete a refresher course tailored to your academic background to align foundational knowledge.
- Engage in a common core syllabus covering foundational concepts in innovation management and law.
- Choose one of three specializations: Innovation and Society, R&D Management, or Innovation Law.
- Select cross-disciplinary electives from various faculties to broaden your expertise.
- Conduct independent research and write a master’s thesis OR complete a work placement to gain practical experience.
- Collaborate with peers from diverse academic backgrounds to foster interdisciplinary learning.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Business, Management, Humanities, or a related field from a recognized university
Degree offered: Master of Law/Arts/Science in Innovation
Language: French and English; English proficiency at a level suitable for academic study
Instruction: French and English
- Proficiency in academic research and writing
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
- Basic understanding of legal, economic, or social science principles
- Open to students from all academic backgrounds, though prior knowledge in law, economics, or social sciences is beneficial
- No specific nationality restrictions
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-04-30
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal. Required documents include a completed application form, academic transcripts, a CV, a letter of motivation, and proof of language proficiency. Additional documents may be requested depending on the specialization chosen.
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Proof of French and English language proficiency
- Passport-sized photograph (if required)
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