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BA(Hons) Creative Events Management

Falmouth University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

Our academic team members are experienced practitioners with broad industry backgrounds who will teach you how to work collaboratively and take a creative approach to organise events, from cutting-edge fashion experiences and music festivals to weddings, business events and product launches.

With entrepreneurship and employability at its core, you’ll leave this event management course as a pioneering graduate with a wide range of practical experience and a well-established network.

You will:

Organise at least four live events over the three-year course
Study on a system that both A Greener Festival and Attitude accredit is Everything
Be involved in industry events and take part in workshops with organisations such as Attitude is Everything
Explore the future of sustainable and digital event management
Be supported to develop creative approaches and specialise in an area you’re passionate about
Take micro-placements throughout the course, with previous destinations ranging from Cornwall to California

General Eligibility

All applications are considered on merit, and we welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics, the arts or humanities.
Course route Entry requirements
BA/BSc(Hons) three-year degree 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points
BA/BSc(Hons) with placement year 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Marketing & Digital Media
Real World Skills
Contemporary Event & Festival Impact
Wellbeing in Experience Management
Live Student Event Project
Creative Innovation in Experience Management

2 Year 2

Legal & Financial Management in the Experience Sector
Audience Insight Project
Live Digital Event Project
Team Learning & Performance
Demonstrating Sustainability
Live Public Event Project

3 Year 3

Event Innovation Project
Creative & Ethical Leadership
Crisis Management for Festivals & Events
Personal Research Project
Live Partnership Event Project

Language Requirement

IELTS5.5
TOEFL59
PTE50
Duolingo69

For applicants whose first language is English, we require you to have or be working towards GCSE English Language Grade 4 (C) or equivalent.

If English is not your first language you will need to meet the same standard, equivalent to the IELTS Academic 6.0 overall score, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. We accept a range of in-country equivalencies and approved tests.

Additional Information

Placement year (optional) You can take an optional placement year after your second year on a three-year programme. You’ll be responsible for finding your placement with support from the RealWORKS employability team. Choosing this option will enhance your industry experience and skills while studying. How you’ll study during your placement year You’ll spend time working as part of a business or organisation in a professional context. This can be in one role or up to three and must be for a minimum of 24 weeks. You’ll develop in-demand workplace skills, deepen your industry insight and grow your network of contacts, which could help you get ahead in your career after graduation. Throughout this year, you’ll develop a portfolio of work that includes critical self-reflection on what has been learned from the experience. In addition, you’ll be required to prove your experiences, the skills you’ve learned and your professional growth.

Programme Information

Course CategoryBusiness Administration and Management

Course LevelUndergraduate

Awarding BodyFalmouth University

Campus NamePenryn

DurationFull-time, 3 years Placement year, 4 years

Available IntakeJanuary, September

IELTS Score5.5

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