Events Management (with placement) BA (Hons) / FdA

4.3
9 reviews
  • London is a great place and I enjoyed a lot, thanks for everything. I had a great time, thanks a lot.
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  • So far, amazing experience, lots of help and support by the staff.
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  • I do enjoy it but the course doesn't have much job opportunities as the course is so wide. To get to where I want I need to study more. However, lecturers are great.
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Bachelor's degree

In Birmingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Duration

    4 Years

Whether you dream of managing major sports events, festivals and exhibitions or want to get involved in wedding planning and incentive travel, the events sector is full of exciting opportunities. Managing events is big business too, with the industry estimated to be worth more than £42 billion in the UK alone.

Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), our Events Management degree will help you develop the skills you need to become an innovative leader who can build exceptional, unforgettable event experiences. From studying events planning, marketing and design to financial management and risk and crisis management, you will gain the in-depth knowledge needed to build a comprehensive platform for your future career.

At University College Birmingham, we know first-hand industry experience is vital, so one of the highlights of our events management course is a 12-month paid work placement that will give you a distinctive advantage in the events job market. Great opportunities are available throughout the UK and around the world, with past students having worked in Brussels, Prague and Hong Kong. You will also take part in a wide variety of residential trips and have the chance to prove your practical skills by planning and managing your own ‘live’ event using Cvent, the world’s number one specialist event management software.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
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Summer Row, B3 1JB

Start date

On request

About this course

Career opportunities
The example roles and salaries below are intended as a guide only.

Events/festival manager
Conference centre manager
Marketing executive (graduate)
Digital marketer
Tour manager
Project manager (graduate)

Entry requirements
Events Management BA (Hons)

A-levels: An A-level grade profile of BCC-CCC.

BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of DMM-MMM. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.

Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 104-96 UCAS Tariff points will be required.

Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104-96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.

University College Birmingham works with a wide range of organisations to ensure you receive the best possible training and qualifications recognised by industry.

WORK PLACEMENT – Gain extensive first-hand experience of the events industry on a paid 12-month work placement, with opportunities in the UK and abroad
RESIDENTIAL VISITS – Enjoy a full programme of trips with essential costs covered by the University – past destinations have included York, Windsor, Barcelona, Milan and New York
ENRICHMENT – Gain new skills studying in our Digital Creative Studio, work with local charities and hear from industry speakers – recent guests include Arena Birmingham and Weston Park Foundation
INDUSTRY APPROVED – Complete our CMI-accredited events course and receive a Level 5 award in Leadership, with CMI membership and access to learning resources throughout your degree
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS – Enhance your CV with further training such as BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders and the Cvent Professional Events Management Certificate
TEAM SCOTLAND PARTNERSHIP – Our University will be the home for Team Scotland at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, offering exciting opportunities for our students to work with the team and its athletes

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Reviews

4.3
fantastic
  • London is a great place and I enjoyed a lot, thanks for everything. I had a great time, thanks a lot.
    |
  • So far, amazing experience, lots of help and support by the staff.
    |
  • I do enjoy it but the course doesn't have much job opportunities as the course is so wide. To get to where I want I need to study more. However, lecturers are great.
    |
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4.3
fantastic

Course rating

Recommended

Centre rating

Raymond Anye

5.0
18/09/2018
What I would highlight: London is a great place and I enjoyed a lot, thanks for everything. I had a great time, thanks a lot.
What could be improved: Everything was OK.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Danielle

3.5
10/07/2017
What I would highlight: So far, amazing experience, lots of help and support by the staff.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Tasmin

4.5
09/07/2017
What I would highlight: I do enjoy it but the course doesn't have much job opportunities as the course is so wide. To get to where I want I need to study more. However, lecturers are great.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Yasmin Griffiths

3.5
08/07/2017
What I would highlight: Superb! Definitely, the best decision I've made! I have experienced a whole new range of things that I wouldn't have if I stayed at home.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Freya

4.5
07/07/2017
What I would highlight: The course is excellent, I love being an ambassador and representing my uni. I also work at the student accommodation which is also good.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Gemma Woodhead

4.5
29/06/2017
What I would highlight: I enjoyed the experience, and I know the course is for me, however too much time off over Christmas and other holidays might not allow to get good results.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Tyrone Weeks

4.5
26/06/2017
What I would highlight: It's very good. I have very enjoyed being at uni. My first year is going really well and hopefully it will continue that way.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Kelly Clifford

4.5
11/05/2017
What I would highlight: I'm enjoying the university so far and I am having a really good time. Only confidence has grown and there has been loads of opportunities. Also, I've made some really great fiends!
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Ash Hulme

4.5
01/05/2017
What I would highlight: Overall, it was enjoyable. I think the uni is good and amenities are handy. The course tutor is always willing to help. I wish I had attended freshers fairs to feel a little more prepared.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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This centre's achievements

2018

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The average rating is higher than 3.7

More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months

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Subjects

  • Industry
  • Planning
  • Project
  • Marketing
  • Tourism
  • Financial Training
  • Financial
  • Project Management
  • IT Project Management
  • Hospitality
  • Design
  • Communication Training
  • International
  • Market
  • Media
  • Social Media
  • Employability
  • Systems
  • Appreciation
  • Leadership

Course programme

Course breakdown

Students on the FdA have the option of progressing onto the final year upon completion of the foundation degree.

YEAR 1

Core Modules
  • Event Business Environment
  • Employability Enhancement
  • Events Experience and Digital Design
  • Leadership and Planning for Events
  • Events Supply and Logistics
  • Exploring the Events Industry
YEAR 2

Work Placement
  • Work Placement
YEAR 2/3

Core Modules
  • Managing Event Hospitality
  • Applied Management Research
  • Event Project Management
  • Live Events Creation and Development
  • Essentials of Events Management
  • Plus one option from:
  • Stadium and Arena Management
  • Social Media in Festivals and Events
  • Dynamics of Business Events
  • Enterprise Start-up Studies
  • Training and Development Skills for Managers
YEAR 3/4

Core Modules
  • Festival and Event Tourism
  • Mega Events
  • Winning Events Bids
  • International Research Project
  • Event Crisis Strategy
  • Plus one option from:
  • Financial Strategy
  • Global Marketing Solutions
  • Managing Adventure Events
  • Dark and Thanatourism Management
  • Personal Effectiveness and Behavioural Skills
Teaching and assessment

Teaching

In light of COVID-19, we have made some changes to the way we deliver our teaching. We are continually following the guidelines and measures put in place by the UK Government to ensure our students and staff are safe on campus, whilst remaining committed to providing high-quality education. The information below explains how teaching will take place in semester 2 (or semester 1 for those joining us in January) for each level/year of this course.
  • Level 4
  • Level 5
  • Level 6
Assessment

Estimated breakdown of assessment for this degree course:
  • Coursework – 78%
  • Practical examination – 12%
  • Written examination – 10%
Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy 2015-2020.

Additional information

Tuition fees

UK/EU students

If you are a UK/EU student enrolling on a full-time foundation degree or a BA/BSc in 2020/21, your fee for this academic year will be £9,250 per each full year. A half year tuition fee is £4,625. UK/EU students do not pay tuition fees for any placement periods.

International students

If you are an international student enrolling on a a full-time foundation degree or a BA/BSc in 2020/21, your fee for this academic year will be £11,500 per year.

If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year, or £250 for a half-year placement.

Events Management (with placement) BA (Hons) / FdA

Price on request